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Ben Brown

Ben Brown

SP,RP - Chicago Cubs

Age: 25Bats: RThrows: RCountry: USA

2025 Outlook

Draft Rank (ECR) P #213
Best / Worst #160 / #226
ADP #392

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Ben Brown (neck) unlikely to return this season

Ben Brown (neck) is unlikely to return from the injured list this season, per manager Craig Counsell.

Fantasy Impact

Brown has been out of action since early June with a stress reaction in his neck. He has not resumed a throwing program and the Cubs may have him turn his focus towards being healthy for the 2025 season.

Jesse Garcia22 weeks ago
Ben Brown (neck) shut down from throwing

Ben Brown (neck) has been shut down from throwing, per manager Craig Counsell.

Fantasy Impact

Brown continues to experience discomfort in his neck. Although he is being shut down for the time being, the Cubs do not believe it is season-ending.

Jesse Garcia25 weeks ago
Ben Brown (neck) still throwing bullpens

Ben Brown remains limited to only throwing bullpen sessions in Arizona.

Fantasy Impact

Brown was recently transferred to the 60-day IL. He is still at least two weeks away from returning.

Ari Koslow27 weeks ago
Ben Brown (neck) transferred to 60-day IL

The Cubs transferred Ben Brown to the 60-day IL.

Fantasy Impact

The move was made to open a roster spot for the Cubs. Brown remains without a timetable to return.

Ari Koslow27 weeks ago
Ben Brown (neck) without timetable to return

Cubs manager Craig Counsell said It’s too early to project Ben Brown’s return.

Fantasy Impact

Brown was able to throw off the mound last week. He'll likely look to throw a bullpen session next before he advances to face live hitters.

Ari Koslow28 weeks ago