The Chicago Cubs are fighting for a playoff position and hope that their prospects can help , but Brandon Birdsell’s injury delivers a major blow . The promising pitching prospect will undergo season-ending elbow surgery, marking a serious Cubs injury setback. This Birdsell news dims his debut dream and forces the Cubs to rethink their plans .

Brandon Birdsell, a 25-year-old right-hander, earned minor-league pitcher of the year in 2024. He returned from the 60-day injured list on July 18 to join Triple-A Iowa Cubs. He made four starts with a 3.38 ERA, but the elbow flared on August 8. Assistant GM Jared Banner announced the need for surgery before a road series. The procedure will be performed by Dr. Keith Meister in Arlington, Texas. Details remain limited, and Banner hopes to sh

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