Ian Happ Stats

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ (ankle) is reportedly dealing with an ankle injury that will cause him to miss Thursday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Happ tweaked his ankle during Wednesday's game. He should be considered day-to-day at this point. Anthony Rizzo is hitting leadoff in Thursday's game with Cameron Maybin covering center field. Happ has had a fantastic year, slashing .257/.360/.513 with 12 home runs, 28 RBI and 25 runs. Hopefully, he'll be back in the lineup soon.

3 months ago

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ returned to the lineup with a bang on Saturday. Happ exited Thursdays contest early after fouling a ball off of his eye and being diagnosed with a contusion. Happ sat out Friday as well, but returned to the lineup in Game 1 of Saturdays doubleheader. He didnt miss a beat and hit a pair of solo home runs while going 2-for-4 on the evening. Happ has been one of this seasons breakout and managers should start him with confidence. The outfielder is now leading the league in OPS and is the league leader in wRC+.

4 months ago

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ is out of the starting nine for Fridays contest against the Cardinals and right-handed pitcher Jack Flaherty just a day after a foul ball struck him near the eye, forcing him from the game. Happ should avoid a stint on the IL, with Cameron Maybin slotting into center field Friday. Ranking fourth in the Majors in OPS (1.068), Happ is a must-roster season-long commodity amid being moved up to the leadoff spot in the order. His next chance to return to the lineup comes Saturday versus St. Louis when the clubs play a doubleheader.

4 months ago