That, in large part, is why starting pitcher Cade Horton has been selected by Levi Weaver of The Athletic (subscription required) as the team’s best rookie performer in 2025. He has had his bumps in the road, as any debuting player would. But he has navigated them more successfully than Shaw and has turned into a reliable pitcher for the team.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Cade Horton was forced to leave his Monday start against the Milwaukee Brewers due to a potential injury.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Cade Horton exited with a blister on his right middle finger in the third inning of a 7-0 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday.