Cubs Activate Ian Happ Off IL, DFA Ildemaro Vargas

Happ returns from IL vs. Tigers originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago

The Cubs’ starting outfield trio is back together. Centerfielder Ian Happ (left rib bruise) returned from the injured list on Saturday.

At Detroit on Saturday, Happ is penciled in to start in center and bat sixth in the lineup. To make room for Happ’s return, the Cubs designated infielder Ildemaro Vargas for assignment.

Happ landed on the IL after a collision with second baseman Nico Hoerner at Cincinnati two weeks ago. Hoerner (left forearm strain) returned from the IL on Friday.

At the plate, Happ started the season in a slump (.167 batting average), but he went 3-for-5 with a home run and double two weeks ago, before exiting the game following the collision.

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