Swanson (side) expects to return to the Cubs' lineup Friday against the Dodgers, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Swanson is out of the lineup Wednesday after exiting Tuesday's contest with a side issue, but it's been termed as merely cramping and he should be ready to roll after Thursday's off day. The big free-agent signee is off to a superb start with his new club, sporting a .400/.467/.450 batting line with two doubles and one stolen base.