Cubs' Fowler delays return to game

PITTSBURGH - After batting four times as the DH in a minor-league rehab game Friday, center fielder Dexter Fowler pulled the plug on his effort to fast-track his return from the disabled list in time to play in Tuesday's All-Star game.

The Cubs say their leadoff hitter suffered no setback with his hamstring, and that he'll be re-evaluated after the break, then likely start another rehab assignment.

"He didn't feel anything other than the fact he knew he could not push it," said manager Joe Maddon, who added Fowler was sent to Class A South Bench with instructions to back off if he had any question.

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