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Cubs Deliver Another Positive Injury Update on Missing Star Pitchers

The Chicago Cubs have had to weather the storm of injuries this year to a pitching staff that was already fairly thin even when healthy. After a season-ending injury to Justin Steele and a significant issue to Shota Imanaga's hamstring, the starting rotation has been exposed a bit over the last six weeks or so since Imanaga has hit the shelf.

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Cubs Linked to Diamondbacks Starter Amid Search for Justin Steele Replacement

After the season-ending injury to Justin Steele, the Chicago Cubs' need for a starting pitcher was heightened. When Shota Imanaga went down to injury, and Javier Assad had a setback, the Cubs' need for a starter became prominent.

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Chicago Cubs SP Justin Steele asks question about base running, names teammate MVP

The Chicago Cubs enter their contest on Wednesday against the Washington Nationals sporting a five-game lead over the St. Louis Cardinals for first place in the NL Central.

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Chicago Cubs get visit from Justin Steele, update on timeline for return

The Chicago Cubs lost their ace Justin Steele on April 8, one day after a brilliant 7-inning shutout performance against the Texas Rangers. It took a few days to confirm that the 29-year-old lefty would be lost for the 2025 season and beyond, but the news hit hard when it did become official.

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The Chicago Cubs get a positive injury update on their Ace

The Chicago Cubs have been lucky this season and haven’t had too many injuries outside of Justin Steele, who will miss the rest of the year after undergoing Tommy John surgery.

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Chicago Cubs sign 37-year-old veteran pitcher to a minor league deal

The Chicago Cubs front office has been hard at work trying to figure out their pitching staff before summer is in full swing this season. Last month, the organization suffered a tough blow when Justin Steele was lost for the entire season due to an elbow injury.

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Will the Cubs Be Able to Replace Justin Steele On the Trade Market?

While the Chicago Cubs are off to a great start this season, they do have a looming concern when it comes to being a contender in October. It has been an excellent start to the year for the Cubs, who find themselves in first place in the National League Central.

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Chicago Cubs urged to call up ‘stagnating’ outfield prospect

The Chicago Cubs are juggling a few roster issues as they work to keep their lead in the NL Central Division. They’re dealing with a starting rotation minus ace Justin Steele for the season, Shota Imanaga for at least a few starts, and Javier Assad until mid-season.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 10

Cubs Made Intentions Clear with Biggest In-Season Move Involving Top Prospect

The Chicago Cubs have suffered some potentially season-altering injuries already during the 2025 MLB regular season. Losing Justin Steele is a massive blow given how consistent he has been over the last few years as a front-end starter.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 9

Chicago Cubs could stay in the NL Central when trying to acquire starting pitching depth

Despite having a three-game lead of first place in the NL Central entering their weekend series against the Mets, the Chicago Cubs will need to add pitching depth at some point this summer.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / May 5

Cubs place LHP Shoto Imanaga (hamstring strain) on 15-day IL

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shoto Imanaga was placed on the 15-day injured list with a strained left hamstring on Monday. The Cubs are without Imanaga and a second top starter -- Justin Steele -- as they begin a three-game home series with the San Francisco Giants on Monday.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 5

Chicago Cubs ace has a similar injury that another top starter dealt with in 2024

Despite the Chicago Cubs leading the NL Central by three games entering play against the San Francisco Giants on Monday night, their pitching health has been a concern this year.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Cubs Trade Idea Grabs 2.67 ERA All-Star to Replace Justin Steele

After losing Justin Steele, there are concerns about how the Chicago Cubs will look heading deep into the season. The Cubs have played excellent baseball recently, and it isn't like their rotation has been an issue.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 1

Chicago Cubs’ replacement for Justin Steele is turning heads

The Chicago Cubs have made a few alterations to their pitching staff due to injuries. On Wednesday, Javier Assad was put on the 60-day injury list due to an oblique injury.

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MLB Insider Links Cubs to $63 Million 2.62 ERA Ace

The Chicago Cubs have done well in the aftermath of Justin Steele’s season-ending elbow surgery with a National League Central-leading 18-13 record. Despite a stellar lineup, the Cubs have struggled with pitching, primarily due to a shaky bullpen, and have allowed 4.42 runs per game (18th-best in the Majors).

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Chicago Cubs Predicted To Go ‘All-In’ for Former NL Cy Young at Trade Deadline

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Cubs' Justin Steele undergoes UCL revision surgery

The Cubs lost ace southpaw Justin Steele for the year last week when it was announced he’d need season-ending elbow surgery, but Steele didn’t actually go under the knife until Friday.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 19

Chicago Cubs manager issues update on Justin Steele, time frame for rehab and comeback

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell issued an update on ace lefty Justin Steele and his rehab plans, as well as a general idea of when the team could see him take the mound again.

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Cubs ace Justin Steele undergoes surgery, shares hospital photo

Chicago Cubs ace left-hander Justin Steele underwent elbow surgery on Friday, he announced on social media. Post-surgery, he posted a smiling photo on X from his hospital bed, his arm heavily wrapped and resting on a pillow.

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Without Justin Steele, the Cubs Must Rely on Their Depth

Chicago Cubs front office people have said time and time again that “you can never have enough pitching.” That rings so true after news dropped Sunday that Justin Steele will miss the rest of the season.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / April 13

Cubs LHP Justin Steele needs elbow surgery, done for year

Chicago Cubs ace left-hander Justin Steele will have reconstructive elbow surgery and miss the rest of the season, manager Craig Counsell said Sunday. It was not yet known if Steele would need full Tommy John surgery or just a partial repair, according to ESPN.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / April 13

Cubs' strong start could be derailed by pitcher's season-ending injury

The Chicago Cubs are off to a strong start in 2025, entering Sunday's game with a 10-7 record and sitting atop the National League Central. They are going to have to find a way to continue that strong start without one of their best starting pitchers.

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