"Steele underwent surgery on his ulnar collateral ligament in April of 2025. The Cubs called it a 'revision repair', something less than a full Tommy John surgery, and suggested Steele could be back in about a year's time."
"The Cubs put Steele on the 60-day injured list just as the season was beginning, meaning he couldn't officially return prior to late May. Even that timeline may no longer be on the table, as Rogers says the plan of returning by Memorial Day may now be in jeopardy."
"Whenever Steele is finally healthy, it will still be a while before he can rejoin the club. He'll need to build up through the standard steps of throwing bullpens, then live batting practice, then a rehab assignment, with that overall process to take at least a few weeks."
"In terms of quantity, most of the guys on the IL have been relievers. But the most notable blow has been that starter Cade Horton required Tommy John surgery and will miss the remainder of the season."
Justin Steele has encountered a setback in his recovery from elbow surgery, pushing back his return timeline. He underwent a revision repair on his ulnar collateral ligament in April 2025, with initial hopes for a return by Memorial Day 2026 now in jeopardy. The Cubs placed him on the 60-day injured list at the season's start. The team has faced multiple injuries among pitchers, with Cade Horton requiring Tommy John surgery and missing the season, while Edward Cabrera's performance shows concerning trends despite a decent ERA.
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