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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 4
Chicago Cubs’ 2026 breakout pitcher’s season officially comes to an end
Seven months ago, the Chicago Cubs saw a noticeably improved Ben Brown during Spring Training. The addition of a sinker over the offseason generated plenty of buzz, and a strong spring ultimately helped Brown secure one of the Cubs’ final spots on the Opening Day roster.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 3
Cubs Injuries: Bad News on Ben Brown, Better News on Jacob Webb, Dansby Swanson
Well, there it is. In what was feared but perhaps expected, the Chicago Cubs announced Thursday that right-handed pitcher Ben Brown will miss the rest of the season while dealing with a neck injury.
The 'Playoff-RBI leaders by MLB club' quiz
How many of the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) players to lead each MLB franchise in postseason RBI can you name in five minutes?
25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 3
Ben Brown Won’t Return This Season
Cubs right-hander Ben Brown has been out for a few months due to a stress reaction in his neck. Today, manager Craig Counsell informed reporters that Brown won’t be able to make it back in the remainder of the season.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / September 3
Cubs announce season-ending injury for Ben Brown
The Chicago Cubs have been bitten by the injury bug throughout the entire season.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 28
Chicago Cubs: Brutal Ben Brown update stings amid bullpen collapse
The Chicago Cubs, after a run that was looking more and more like the run of a championship-level team, seem to have lost their way. They’ve now lost three in a row and their NL Wild Card status—which very recently seemed pretty much etched in stone—is suddenly not so secure.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 27
Cubs now facing fatal problem that’s poised to derail World Series hopes
The Chicago Cubs are fighting for the top wildcard spot in the National League and have generally played well all season. But there have been bullpen meltdowns by the Cubs that have raised concern.
25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 27
1 unbelievable stat from rehabbing Cubs’ arm, 1 disappointing, but believable, development from another
The Chicago Cubs’ pitching injuries this season have been well documented. That said, the outlook has started to trend in the right direction lately, with Ben Brown, Justin Steele and Shelby Miller all making progress in their respective recoveries.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26
Cubs' Ben Brown has setback with neck injury
The Cubs were hoping Ben Brown would factor into their pitching plans for the stretch run. That plan might be on hold after the righty experienced symptoms related to the neck injury that has cost him more than two months.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 26
Cubs get worrisome Ben Brown update after live BP outing
Brown had been a revelation for the Cubs before landing on the injured list, but it sounds like his expected return will be delayed.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / August 26
Ben Brown’s Return Looms Large as Cubs Could Sure Use More Out-Getters 
At the risk of turning a molehill into a mountain, I find myself growing more than a little concerned by the Cubs being walked off in three of their last five games.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 25
Cubs Get Exciting News on Ben Brown, Justin Steele as Playoffs Inch Closer
All signs are pointing toward the Chicago Cubs getting a pair of great arms back in the fold sooner rather than later. Both Ben Brown and Justin Steele threw in live bullpen sessions on Friday and 'felt great,' Craig Counsell told reporters in Seattle.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / August 23
Chicago Cubs Have Revealed a New Ben Brown Injury Update
The Chicago Cubs will try to salvage the final game of their series against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday after dropping the first two contests, including a 5-4 defeat Saturday night.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 23
Cubs’ latest Justin Steele and Ben Brown updates provide optimism for dream scenario
As the Chicago Cubs have learned this year, one can truly never have enough pitchers. After watching countless arms go down throughout the course of the year, they re-build their pitching staff at the trade deadline by adding Kevin Gausman, Clay Holmes, Braxton Garrett, snf Ryan Zeferjahn.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / July 29
Cubs Announce New Ben Brown Injury Update Amid Trade Rumors
The Chicago Cubs released fresh details on the status of pitcher Ben Brown while their series against the St. Louis Cardinals continues this week. The clubs are set to pick up the action Wednesday in Missouri.
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / July 14
Cubs Get Encouraging Ben Brown Injury Update, But His Return Timeline Remains Unclear
The Chicago Cubs received a piece of encouraging news regarding one of their most important pitchers, but there is still plenty of uncertainty surrounding when Ben Brown will actually return to the mound.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / June 24
Cubs take two steps back with starting pitchers' brutal injury updates
The Chicago Cubs are taking one step forward and two back.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 13
Cubs' Ben Brown surrounded by All-Star talk as he prepares to face Giants
A pitcher making an improbable run for a National League All-Star berth will go up against the San Francisco Giants on Saturday night for the second time in eight days.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / June 7
Cubs' starting pitching woes continue as Jameson Taillon exits start
The Chicago Cubs starting rotation took another hit on Sunday night when Jameson Taillon had to leave his start against the San Francisco Giants after throwing just one inning.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / June 8
Ben Brown Is Cementing Himself As A Key Cubs Rotation Piece
Since the Chicago Cubs acquired him at the 2022 trade deadline, Ben Brown has shown the potential to be a strong big league starter. His four-seamer sits in the mid-90s consistently with the ability to touch even higher.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 30
Ben Brown's move to starting rotation continuing to pay dividends for Cubs
Ben Brown is still providing relief for the Chicago Cubs. Only now, he's doing it form a starting role.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / April 24
Ben Brown Is Becoming a Valuable Swiss Army Knife for the Cubs
Coming into Spring Training, Ben Brown‘s spot on the Chicago Cubs‘ Opening Day roster was anything but a guarantee. He’d shown flashes of success in the past, but between injuries and inconsistent performance, Brown once again found himself battling.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 13
Cubs’ Ben Brown’s Reveals His Worst Baseball Experience Is Now Fueling His Breakout
With Opening Day just around the corner and the World Baseball Classic on the horizon, Chicago Cubs pitcher Ben Brown isn’t focused on what’s to come. The pain of last year’s playoff loss has lingered with him all winter long—longer, in fact, than the winter itself.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 22, 2025
Chicago Cubs’ Ben Brown under fire for giving up 7 runs in loss to Royals
The Chicago Cubs sent Ben Brown down to Triple-A after he gave up eight earned runs in an 8-2 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals on June 23. Nearly a month later, Brown gave up seven earned runs in his first appearance in the majors since he was sent down to Iowa.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 11, 2025
Chicago Cubs manager sent Ben Brown warning about MLB career after 7-2 loss
The Chicago Cubs‘ hopes of winning their three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies were effectively smashed when starting pitcher Ben Brown surrendered three earned runs in the first inning.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 14, 2024
Cubs rookie starter diagnosed with stress reaction in neck
Cubs right-hander Ben Brown was placed on the injured list with a neck strain last week, but the team has now diagnosed him with a more ominous-sounding stress reaction in his neck.
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