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Steele was cleared by his surgeon, Dr. Meister, after a bullpen session, signaling healing progress.
Cubs expect no opening-day rush; Steele could join the rotation in the first half as depth remains strong.
Steele’s 2024 recovery follows a 2017 Tommy John and a 2023-24 rehab path with a revision procedure.
Director of the Cubs notes ample starting-pitching depth with seven healthy arms behind the rotation.
Steele’s 2023 season featured a breakout year with 16-5, a 3.06 ERA, and All-Star recognition.
The update comes as the Cubs weigh a potential first-half return plan for Steele, not forcing a pace.
Steele expressed gratitude to coaches, trainers, staff, family, and his faith on social media.
Center of update notes Meister’s role as a pioneering surgeon and Cubs team doctor.
Steele’s current status: rehab ramp-up ongoing with no fixed date for his return.
Rotation depth includes Shota Imanaga, Jameson Taillon, Edward Cabrera, and others ready to cover.
Steele posted the bullpen update on X (formerly Twitter) with a message of gratitude.

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Steele said he is fully cleared for baseball activities with no restrictions and expects to return with a May or June timeline.
Chicago Cubs aim to ramp Steele up slowly, using him to strengthen a rotation that already has seven healthy arms.
Steele’s return follows his elbow surgery revision of the UCL, with 11 months into recovery.
Steele previously went 16-5 with a 3.06 ERA in 2023 before the elbow injury.
The Cubs entered spring with seven healthy starters slated for depth, including Imanaga and Taillon.
Manager and Marquee Network coverage highlighted Steele’s progress since his April surgery last year.
The update is timely as Chicago faced postseason depth issues but advanced to the NLCS.
Steele’s return would potentially add another starter for October contention.
Post-surgery progress has been shared through social media and press availability.
The Cubs’ long-term goal is to optimize their rotation for another playoff run.

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Steele could return in May or June and be prepared for a long playoff run.
Cubs won’t rush Steele; he’s coming back from Tommy John surgery and must ramp up gradually.
Cubs expect a deep rotation this season, with multiple healthy options in spring.
Steele is progressing through his ramp-up, throwing 35–40 pitches in bullpen sessions.
Manager Counsell stressed the need for top pitchers at the end of the season.
Opening Day roster decisions are on hold for now as spring training continues.
Steele is focusing on October-November outings to influence the postseason.
Cubs acknowledge a pitching deficit without Steele and Horton last year.
Cubs see Steele as a high upside asset worth patient rehabilitation.

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