dailyloe.com – Top pitching prospect Cade Horton will miss the 2026 season. The Chicago Cubs announced he needs elbow ligament reconstruction surgery. This procedure is commonly known as Tommy John surgery.
Horton is the Cubs’ number two overall prospect. He was the seventh overall pick in the 2022 MLB Draft. The right-hander was expected to debut soon.
The surgery will repair the ulnar collateral ligament in his elbow. Recovery typically takes 12 to 18 months for pitchers. This timeline confirms his absence for next year.
Horton impressed scouts with a powerful fastball and sharp slider. He advanced rapidly through the minor league system last year. His injury is a significant setback for the organization.
The Cubs provided the official medical update via MLB.com. No specific date for the surgical procedure was announced. The team will focus on his long-term rehabilitation.[]
Source: MLB.com
