The Cubs acquired right-hander Michael Soroka ahead of last week’s Trade Deadline with the idea that he could offer depth for both the rotation and bullpen. That plan is now in flux following a setback in the pitcher’s debut for the ballpark on Monday night.

Chicago Cubs pitcher Michael Soroka was taken out of Monday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds after just two innings.

Michael Soroka had cruised through the first five outs of his Cubs debut Monday night at Wrigley Field. His delivery felt timed up, so he decided to put a little extra on his fastball in a 1-1 count against the Reds’ Tyler Stephenson in the second inning.