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Justin Steele Undergoes Tommy John Surgery, Out for 2025

4/16/2025

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Summary

Steele Undergoes Surgery

Chicago Cubs pitcher Justin Steele, 29, faces a tough road ahead as he undergoes Tommy John surgery on his left elbow, sidelining him for the entire 2025 season. This marks a challenging moment for the Cubs, who must now scramble to fill the void in their rotation left by Steele's absence.

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Hjerpe Faces Surgery

St. Louis Cardinals' promising pitcher Cooper Hjerpe, just 24, faces a tough road ahead after undergoing Tommy John surgery, which will keep him off the field for the entire 2025 season. Drafted 22nd overall in 2022, his battle with elbow injuries has restricted him to just 93.1 innings in three seasons, casting uncertainty on his future with the team.

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Historical Context

Justin Steele and Cooper Hjerpe's Tommy John surgeries highlight a trend in baseball. Since Tommy John first underwent the procedure in 1974, it has become a common solution for injured pitchers. Nearly one-third of MLB pitchers have had it, extending many careers significantly.

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Steele Undergoes Surgery

Chicago Cubs pitcher Justin Steele, 29, faces a tough road ahead as he undergoes Tommy John surgery on his left elbow, sidelining him for the entire 2025 season. This marks a challenging moment for the Cubs, who must now scramble to fill the void in their rotation left by Steele's absence.

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