Steele Near Return, Brown Close Behind | Chicago Cubs News

Justin Steele is inching closer to returning to the Cubs after a grueling recovery from elbow surgery and a recent flexor strain setback—now throwing live BP and playing catch without issues in Arizona. Scheduled for more live sessions, he may soon start rehab assignments, with a bullpen role as his likely return path due to limited innings buildup time. Manager Craig Counsell remains cautious, stressing multiple rehab games are needed before a major league debut, especially since Steele hasn’t pitched in affiliated ball in nearly two years. While not expected for late-season or postseason action, his potential return could be a major boost. Meanwhile, pitcher Ben Brown is also nearing his comeback from a neck injury, set to throw live BP soon and possibly follow a similar rehab path. The Cubs are moving deliberately with both pitchers’ returns. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/43a730ac0688754d