The Chicago Cubs have placed right-hander Michael Soroka on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain after lasting just two innings in his first start since being traded from Washington.

The Cincinnati Reds are currently the first team out in the National League playoff picture, as they sit three games behind the San Diego Padres for the final wild card spot. They'll look to gain some ground in the NL playoff chase when they face the division rival Chicago Cubs in the second battle of a three-game set on Tuesday,

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