Matthew Boyd, the 35-year-old left-hander for the Chicago Cubs, has returned from the 15-day injured list due to a strained left biceps. Manager Craig Counsell expressed confidence in Boyd's fitness, noting he has felt good for the past twelve days. Boyd is set to pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies, aiming to help the Cubs extend their winning streak to eight games. The Cubs have been performing well, boasting a 2.25 ERA during their current seven-game winning streak. Boyd's previous outings this season include a challenging opening day against the Washington Nationals, where he allowed six runs, followed by a strong performance against the Los Angeles Angels, where he struck out 10 batters in a 6-2 victory. Boyd, who signed a two-year, $29 million contract with the Cubs in December 2024, played a pivotal role in the Cubs reaching the playoffs last year.