Chicago Cubs Pitcher Justin Steele Shut Down During Recovery from Elbow Surgery
Sources: Cubs shut Steele down amid recovery
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Chicago Cubs pitcher Justin Steele has been sidelined while recovering from elbow surgery. Initially expected to return from the 60-day injured list in late November 2025, his recovery has been delayed due to a setback. Steele's injury is part of a larger issue affecting the Cubs' pitching staff.
- 01Justin Steele is recovering from elbow surgery and has been shut down.
- 02He was expected to return from the 60-day injured list in late November 2025.
- 03Steele has a career record of 32-22 with a 3.30 ERA over five seasons.
- 04The Cubs are facing a significant injury crisis among their pitchers.
- 05Cade Horton, another key pitcher, is out due to a second Tommy John surgery.
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Chicago Cubs pitcher Justin Steele has been shut down during his recovery from elbow surgery, as reported by ESPN. The 30-year-old was eligible to return from the 60-day injured list in late November 2025 after sustaining an injury in April 2025. However, his recovery has faced a setback related to the flexor muscle in his pitching arm. Steele has been a reliable starter for the Cubs, holding a career record of 32-22 with a 3.30 ERA over five seasons. His absence is part of a larger injury crisis for the Cubs, which also includes another top starter, Cade Horton, who is recovering from his second Tommy John surgery and is expected to be out until mid-summer. Additionally, the Cubs are missing closer Daniel Palencia and several relievers due to various injuries.
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The Cubs' pitching depth is severely affected, which could impact their performance in the remainder of the season.
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