Watch: Ben Brown Throws Live BP in Arizona

Ben Brown is throwing to live batters again, which is a very good sign for his potential return from a stress reaction in his neck that has kept him out of action for the last two months. Given the timeline and the addition of multiple starters at the deadline, Brown will come back in a relief role if there are no other setbacks in his rehab. The video below was taken by Rich Biesterfeld, who is one of the best sources you’ll find for photos and videos from Mesa.

The second Cubs pitcher to take the mound for live BP today was Ben Brown! #Cubs @WatchMarquee @BleacherNation @CHGO_Cubs @crawlyscubs pic.twitter.com/0VvVHjHEH9

— Rich Biesterfeld (@biest22) August 21, 2026