Another night, another star making his return to the Chicago Cubs lineup. Last night, it was Justin Steele; tonight, it will be Cody Bellinger.

Bellinger missed two weeks with multiple fractured ribs, which is pretty incredible that we’re even having this conversation today. Having Bellinger’s left-handed thump back in the lineup is a welcomed addition for Craig Counsell and the Cubs.

There were also some other roster moves made today.

• Outfielder Alexander Canario was optioned to Triple-A.

• Daniel Palencia hits the 15-day IL with right shoulder stiffness.

• Keegan Thompson was recalled to replace Palencia.

In other Cubs good news, Seiya Suzuki will begin a rehab assignment with Iowa tomorrow, and Drew Smyly and Jordan Wicks will throw bullpens tonight.

The Cubs are already tied atop the NL Central (entering play today), and now they’re getting healthy across the board. Watch out, friends. Things could get very fun very soon.

More Chicago Cubs from Bleacher Nation

• Michael wrote about the Cubs lineup and how things may shake out after the returns of Cody Bellinger and Seiya Suzuki.

• Brett wrote about the starkly contrasted Cubs rotation and bullpen.

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Chicago Bears

• Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is not wasting time organizing team activities. According to Cole Kmet, Williams is already mapping out dates for him and his pass catchers to get in some work before team activities start.

Chicago Blackhawks

• The Chicago Blackhawks have inked former first-rounder Lukas Reichel to a two-year extension that will give the forward a slight raise.

• The NHL’s Draft Lottery is tonight. Can the Blackhawks land the top pick in the NHL Draft again? Tab has you covered with a preview of the lottery, where you can watch it, and what to expect.

Chicago Bulls

• Matt has a fresh NBA Mock Draft today at BN!

What’s on deck?

• Cubs vs. Padres | 6:40 PM CT | Marquee