Justin Steele Expected to Miss Remainder of 2026 Season

Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer announced Tuesday that Justin Steele is not expected to return to the major-league rotation this season. Steele, who has been sidelined with an elbow injury, will shift his focus toward preparation for the 2027 campaign. The decision effectively rules him out for the remainder of the current year as the organization prioritizes his long-term health.