Javier Assad pitched into the fourth inning of his rehab start with the Iowa Cubs on July 30. Here's a full breakdown of his ...

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Assad (oblique) tossed three scoreless innings for the Cubs ' Arizona Complex League affiliate Thursday. He allowed one hit and struck out six.

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Javier Assad hasn’t pitched for the Chicago Cubs this season because of a left oblique strain. He is nearing a return and will make rehab start Wednesday for Triple-A Iowa.

Baltimore Orioles (50-59, fifth in the AL East) vs. Chicago Cubs (63-45, second in the NL Central) Chicago; Friday, 1:20 p.m.