Cubs Pitcher Ben Brown Expected to Undergo Surgery for Chronic Neck Injury

Chicago Cubs general manager Carter Hawkins announced Tuesday that right-hander Ben Brown is likely to undergo surgery to repair a chronic neck injury. Brown missed the final three-plus months of the 2026 season due to a stress reaction in his neck, an issue that also sidelined him during the 2024 campaign. While the exact surgical procedure and timeline for recovery remain unconfirmed, Hawkins expects Brown to pitch for the team at some point during the 2027 season.