Watch: Justin Steele Throws Live Bullpen at Sloan Park

This is not a drill! Justin Steele threw a live bullpen at Sloan Park Friday afternoon, and it sure looks like he was at a full go. As broadcaster Alex Cohen noted, Steele got some uncomfortable swings from Michael Busch and Jonathon Long while several other teammates watched

Justin Steele threw a live bullpen at Sloan Park earlier today ? pic.twitter.com/ZcMQ0tAmJs

— Marquee Sports Network (@WatchMarquee) March 13, 2026

We’ll overlook the irony of Marquee bringing us coverage of this outing when they can’t broadcast the Cubs’ actual games because it’s such a great development for the lefty. Steele downplayed his return a short while back, saying he might be back in June, but every indication is that he could be ready well ahead of that.