"He wrote off on, 'Hey, we're gonna get you back this year' just by the way I'm rebounding on workouts and the way my arm looks and feels. My goal is hopefully be back even a little bit sooner than that (September), depending on how I feel, but I'm really optimistic about getting back this year and contributing."
"I feel like I've taken a pretty big step forward in the gym, and the way my elbow's recovering and not getting sore from all the lifts and stuff I'm doing, I feel like I'm ready to go."
Shelby Miller, a pitcher with a lengthy injury history and extensive trade background across 13+ organizations, signed a two-year deal with the Cubs after undergoing elbow reconstruction in October. Despite typically missing entire seasons following such surgery, Miller is pursuing an ambitious comeback timeline. Dr. Keith Meister cleared him to begin a throwing program following an upcoming MRI, with a potential return to MLB competition by September 2026. Miller expressed optimism about his recovery, noting significant progress in his gym workouts and elbow rehabilitation without soreness. He hopes to return even sooner than September if his recovery continues favorably, potentially contributing to the Cubs' pitching staff.
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