With just weeks left in the regular season, the veteran outfielder's recovery has stalled.
The Chicago Cubs are closing in on officially clinching a playoff spot for the first time since 2020 - and the first time in a full season since 2018 - but instead of an excited buzz, the vibe, at least with a big chunk of the fanbase, is one of tepid optimism.
The Cubs hold the third-best record in the National League, trailing only the Milwaukee Brewers and Philadelphia Phillies - giving them top billing in the NL Wild Card picture with a dozen games to play.