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Chicago Cubs · SP
The 2023 All-Star continues to operate as a mid-rotation starter for the Cubs with strikeout upside, though his 2025 campaign raised durability concerns after a significant workload reduction to just 22.2 innings. His 135 strikeouts and 3.07 ERA in 2024 demonstrated his ability to rack up K's and keep ratios competitive, but last season's 4.76 ERA and elevated 1.15 WHIP suggest he may still be working back to full health. Fantasy managers should monitor his innings pitched closely early in the season—if healthy and stretched out, Steele offers solid strikeout production and win potential, but his recent injury history makes him a risky investment in the early rounds. Target him as a back-end starter with potential upside if he returns to a full workload and recaptures his 2024 form.
Justin Steele left off Cubs wild-card roster with elbow injury
Chicago Cubs pitcher Justin Steele was excluded from the wild-card roster due to an ongoing elbow injury. The decision reflects ongoing concerns about his health and readiness to compete in postseason play. The Cubs will proceed without Steele as they navigate their playoff campaign.
Sep 30, 2026
Justin Steele Throws Bullpen Session, Eyes Playoff Return
Chicago Cubs pitcher Justin Steele threw a bullpen session off the mound at Petco Park on Monday as he continues recovery from an elbow injury. His ability to throw indicates progress toward being available for the Cubs' postseason games.
Sep 29, 2026
| Year | Team | G | GS | W | L | SV | ERA | WHIP | K | IP | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Chicago Cubs | 20 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 4.26 | 1.35 | 59 | 57.0 | 27 |
| 2022 | Chicago Cubs | 24 | 24 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 3.18 | 1.35 | 126 | 119.0 | 50 |
| 2023 | Chicago Cubs | 30 | 30 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 3.06 | 1.17 | 176 | 173.1 | 36 |
| 2024 | Chicago Cubs | 24 | 24 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 3.07 | 1.10 | 135 | 134.2 | 37 |
| 2025 | Chicago Cubs | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4.76 | 1.15 | 21 | 22.2 | 5 |
| Career | Totals | 102 | 91 | 32 | 22 | 0 | 3.30 | 1.21 | 517 | 506.2 | 155 |
Source: MLB Stats API · Multi-team seasons show combined totals — click to expand
| Year | Team | G | GS | W | L | SV | ERA | WHIP | K | IP | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | AZL Cubs | 9 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.89 | 1.23 | 25 | 18.2 | 8 |
| 2015 | Eugene Emeralds | 10 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2.66 | 1.30 | 38 | 40.2 | 15 |
| 2016 | South Bend Cubs | 19 | 19 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 5.00 | 1.71 | 76 | 77.1 | 39 |
| 2017 | Myrtle Beach Pelicans | 20 | 20 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 2.92 | 1.38 | 82 | 98.2 | 36 |
| 2018 | 3 teams▼ | 11 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2.31 | 0.90 | 53 | 46.2 | 13 |
| 2019 | Tennessee Smokies | 11 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 5.59 | 1.68 | 42 | 38.2 | 20 |
| 2021 | Iowa Cubs | 9 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.32 | 0.99 | 29 | 27.1 | 13 |
| 2024 | Iowa Cubs | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.10 | 2.10 | 4 | 3.1 | 1 |
| 2026 | Iowa Cubs | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4.70 | 1.43 | 11 | 7.2 | 1 |
| Career | Totals | 94 | 84 | 18 | 24 | 0 | 3.51 | 1.38 | 360 | 358.3 | 146 |
Source: MLB Stats API · Multi-team seasons show combined totals — click to expand
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