By placing Jameson Taillon on the IL, the Chicago Cubs already have an eye on the construction of their playoff rotation. If things were dire for the Cubs and their playoff chances, they likely would have seen if Taillon could pitch through his current groin injury. Instead, in control of their playoff fate, the Cubs can afford to play things safe, ensuring Taillon will be ready in time for October.
With the playoff rotation starting to factor into the roster decisions the Cubs are making between now and the end of the season, it feels like a good time to outline the early draft of what it may look like.