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Cubs’ Justin Steele proving consistency over career-high workload

Chicago Sun-Times | August 13, 2023

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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Justin Steele (35) works against the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning of a baseball game in Toronto, Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023.

TORONTO – Cubs lefty Justin Steele’s consistency this year makes it easy to forget how new he is to the major leagues.

After his start Saturday, he had the second-best ERA (2.79) among qualified National League pitchers, behind only the Padres’ Blake Snell. And, for what it’s worth, he was tied for the most wins (13), with the Phillies’ Taijuan Walker.

Now, remember this is Steele’s second full season as a starter.

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