Ben Brown
Coverage of Ben Brown in the Nexus archive.
- Amid pitching injuries, Cubs need Matthew Boyd to make big impact as summer goes on: ‘That’s our ace’
The Chicago Cubs are relying on Matthew Boyd to serve as their ace amid widespread pitching injuries. Boyd, who was an All-Star last season, has returned from injury and is expected to provide stability for the team in the second half of the season.
- Jameson Taillon might make injury return before All-Star break, good news for Cubs’ battered pitching staff
Jameson Taillon, a veteran right-hander for the Cubs, is nearing a return to the mound after injury, potentially starting before the All-Star break. The Cubs' pitching staff is heavily impacted by injuries, and Taillon's return could stabilize their rotation. He will likely begin with a minor-league rehab start this weekend.
- Why Cubs' Ben Brown sees injury as blessing in disguise, even amid threat to him starting again this season
Cubs pitcher Ben Brown views his stress fracture in his neck as a blessing despite it threatening his starting role this season. The injury, previously misdiagnosed in 2024 as a benign growth, allows for clearer treatment and quicker recovery this time. However, the Cubs may not have enough time to prepare him as a starter before the season ends, similar to teammate Justin Steele's situation.
- Adding David Peterson is first step as Jed Hoyer tries to solve Cubs' pitching woes
The Cubs acquired left-hander David Peterson from the Mets to address pitching staff issues, with team president Jed Hoyer emphasizing Peterson's ground-ball pitching style and the Cubs' strong infield defense as potential assets. The move follows injuries to multiple pitchers, including Edward Cabrera, Ben Brown, Jameson Taillon, Cade Horton, and Justin Steele, prompting the Cubs to seek additional reinforcements through trades or waivers.
- Cubs reportedly swing trade with Mets to add David Peterson to injury-ravaged pitching staff
The Chicago Cubs acquired left-handed pitcher David Peterson from the New York Mets to bolster their injury-ravaged pitching staff. Peterson, an All-Star in 2024, has a mixed 2026 season with a 6.09 ERA but a high ground-ball rate. The Cubs have multiple injured starters, including Edward Cabrera, Ben Brown, and Jameson Taillon.
- Ben Brown, Edward Cabrera to IL with Cubs buried in avalanche of pitching injuries: ‘This is crazy’
The Chicago Cubs have placed pitchers Ben Brown and Edward Cabrera on the injured list, exacerbating a pitching crisis with four-fifths of their Opening Day rotation and closer unavailable. Manager Craig Counsell and pitcher Jameson Taillon described the situation as 'crazy' and 'a rough spot' amid ongoing injuries.
- Sore shoulder sparks Cubs to ‘back off’ Matthew Boyd’s IL return, Javier Assad likely starter this weekend
The Chicago Cubs have delayed Matthew Boyd's return from the injured list due to shoulder soreness, shifting Javier Assad to start this weekend against the Giants. Boyd was expected to replace Jameson Taillon in the rotation after Taillon's hamstring injury, but his setback forces further adjustments to the pitching plans.
- Cubs to be without Jameson Taillon until after All-Star break in latest blow to starting-pitching depth
The Cubs will be without Jameson Taillon until after the All-Star break due to a moderate left hamstring strain. The team is also dealing with injuries to Cade Horton, Justin Steele, and others, reducing starting-pitching depth. Recent returns like Matthew Boyd and improved performances from Javier Assad offer some optimism.
- Slumping shortstop Dansby Swanson sits, then scores winning run for Cubs
Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson was benched due to a batting slump but later scored the winning run as a pinch-runner. Manager Craig Counsell emphasized mental rest for Swanson, while pitcher Ben Brown delivered a strong performance with 5⅓ scoreless innings.
- Cubs’ rotation getting healthier with imminent Edward Cabrera, Matthew Boyd returns, but is it deep enough?
The Cubs' starting rotation is improving with Edward Cabrera and Matthew Boyd returning from injury, but concerns remain about depth due to ongoing injuries and underperformance from fill-in pitchers like Jordan Wicks. Manager Craig Counsell emphasizes the need for healthy players, though the team faces challenges maintaining a stable rotation amid mixed results from depth options.