The Chicago Cubs say they knew the risk when they traded for pitcher Mike Soroka, who saw his velocity drop over his final few starts for the Washington Nationals before the deal. On Monday, Soroka left his first start for the Cubs because of shoulder discomfort,

The Chicago Cubs made a risky move when they traded for starting pitcher Mike Soroka ahead of last week's deadline, and that risk may not have paid off.

The Chicago Cubs have placed right-hander Michael Soroka on the 15-day injured list with a shoulder strain after he pitched just two innings in his first game with his new team.