In a story that feels almost too bizarre to be true, Chicago Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd has landed on the injured list after tearing his meniscus—while sitting down to play with his kids. Yes, you read that right.

The 35-year-old left-hander is now slated for surgery, with no clear return date in sight. According to ESPN's Jesse Rogers, if Boyd does make it back this season, it likely won't be until after the All-Star break. For a team currently sitting pretty at 24-12 and leading the NL Central, this is yet another blow to a pitching staff that's already been stretched thin.

Boyd had been off to a decent start in 2026, posting a 2-1 record with a 6.00 ERA over five starts. His most recent outing on May 3 was a gem—six strong innings of two-run ball against the Arizona Diamondbacks, with five strikeouts and just one walk. Unfortunately, that win might be his last for a while.

The Cubs' injury woes don't stop there. Starter Justin Steele suffered a setback with his elbow injury at the end of April and is also not expected back until after the All-Star break. As of May 6, the organization already has 10 pitchers on the injured list. Boyd will make it 11.

This isn't just any injury—it's the latest in a long, strange line of freak accidents that have sidelined MLB players away from the diamond. Over the past decade and a half, we've seen players miss time for everything from cutting a thumb while slicing a sandwich into "fancy triangles" to dislocating a shoulder while celebrating a home run. There was even a pitcher who strained his hand trying to hold a case of water at Target. And let's not forget the player who cut his hand separating frozen hamburger patties with a knife.

Boyd's mishap is a reminder that in baseball, danger can strike anywhere—even in the living room. As the Cubs navigate this latest setback, fans can only hope their ace returns soon, and maybe invest in some knee pads for their next game of catch with the kids.