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Pittsburgh continued to tee off on Boyd throughout the first, with Alexander Canario and Nick Yorke picking up a pair of singles, only to have Boyd finish the job.

Immediately following the Gonzalez single was a third single from Spencer Horowitz to bring home the game's first run, with Alexander Canario tacking on an RBI groundout shortly after to make this a 2-0 game.

Video summary/cliff notes: (00:00–00:19) Ian Happ talks about managing his oblique injury carefully to avoid a longer-term setback, even though missing games is frustrating. (00:19–00:59) The injury happened during a swing on a Friday game; he tried to play through it initially but eventually realized rest was necessary. (01:00–01:40) After attempting a full test day (running, throwing, swinging), he realized he couldn't make his normal swing without pain or risk, leading to a decision to go on the injured list. (01:40–01:58) Happ is staying active with running and throwing while holding off on swinging; plans to resume hitting later in the week. (01:58–02:20) He says hitting will be the true test of his recovery since it’s hard to replicate game conditions. (02:20–02:40) Expresses confidence in teammates like Seiya Suzuki and Alexander Canario stepping up in his absence. (02:40–02:57) Compliments Suzuki’s sliding catch and mentions helping him adjust to playing left field at Wrigley. (03:13–03:33) Staying mentally engaged and helping teammates is key to avoiding cabin fever while sidelined. (03:54–04:11) Happ praises the Cubs’ organizational depth and readiness of young players to contribute at the major league level. (04:11–04:28) Reflects on the excitement and importance of young players making their debuts and impacting the team.

The Chicago Cubs have traded outfield prospect Alexander Canario to the New York Mets for cash considerations on Monday night. ..... Canario has a .286 average with two homers and 8 RBIS in 21 career games in two seasons. ..... Canario was acquired originally from the Cubs along with pitcher Caleb Kilian in the Kris Bryant trade in 2021.

Throw in Alexander Canario getting designated for assignment on Thursday, and the Cubs outfield depth will be tested over the next few weeks.