Steele Out, Cubs Hunt Starter

The Cubs’ playoff hopes just got a lot tougher after Jed Hoyer confirmed Justin Steele won’t start again this season, leaving the rotation dangerously thin as injuries pile up. With Steele sidelined—possibly a bullpen role later this summer—the front office is scrambling to trade for a proven starter, targeting names like Detmers and Skubal. Fans are crushed, and the pressure mounts as Chicago fights to stay alive in the race. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/aeded91e9ecca6a5