Stephenson hit a solo homer to give the Reds an early lead. Soroka reported his symptoms after the inning, and the Cubs pulled him from the game. He’s headed to the 15-day injured list with discomfort in his right shoulder, manager Craig Counsell said after an eventual 3-2 loss.

The Chicago Cubs have placed right-hander Michael Soroka on the 15-day injured list with a shoulder strain after he pitched just two innings in his first game with his new team.

Michael Soroka fired a fastball to Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson in the second inning on Monday night and felt something grab in his right shoulder. The new Cubs starter – making his debut for the clu