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Cubs Pitcher Cade Horton to Undergo Season-Ending Surgery

4/9/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Cubs pitcher Cade Horton will undergo season-ending surgery for a torn UCL in his right elbow.
On April 3, Horton, 24, felt discomfort and was placed on the injured list with a forearm strain.
An MRI clearly revealed the injury's severity.
The exact procedure remains undecided, with Tommy John or an internal brace repair mentioned.

History

Historical Context

In 1974, Dr. Frank Jobe performed the first ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction, known as Tommy John surgery, on pitcher Tommy John, who had a 13-3 record that season. This innovative procedure has since been adopted by over 1,000 Major League Baseball players, significantly extending their careers and highlighting the increasing physical demands on modern pitchers.

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Story summary

Cubs pitcher Cade Horton will undergo season-ending surgery for a torn UCL in his right elbow.
On April 3, Horton, 24, felt discomfort and was placed on the injured list with a forearm strain.
An MRI clearly revealed the injury's severity.
The exact procedure remains undecided, with Tommy John or an internal brace repair mentioned.

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