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Ben Brown reveals misdiagnosis of neck injury amid Cubs pitching woes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 11:27 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Ben Brown reveals misdiagnosis of neck injury amid Cubs pitching woes

Summary

Chicago Cubs pitcher Ben Brown discussed improvements in understanding his neck injury during a recent imaging scan. Originally diagnosed with an osteoma in 2024, it has now been clarified as a stress reaction in the same area. Brown indicated the misdiagnosis contributed to a protracted recovery. Meanwhile, reliever Hoby Milner underwent an appendectomy and is expected to miss four to six weeks, further depleting the Cubs' bullpen. Manager Craig Counsell noted the cumulative injuries are challenging the team's depth as they aim to maintain performance through the season.

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•Ben Brown has a stress reaction in his neck, misdiagnosed in 2024.
•Ben Brown's recovery timeline is uncertain as he focuses on healing.
•Hoby Milner diagnosed with appendicitis, expected to miss four to six weeks.
•Cubs' bullpen suffers as another reliever is sidelined.
•Manager Craig Counsell addresses challenges from frequent injuries.

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11:27 PMYahoo Sports — Ben Brown explains stress reaction in neck and 2024 misdiagnosis — and another Chicago Cubs pitcher goes on IL

What they're saying

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MILWAUKEE — The weirdness around a 2024 neck injury that cost Chicago Cubs right-hander Ben Brown the final 3½ months of the season has gained unexpected clarity two years later. Imaging this week showed Brown has a stress reaction in his neck, which was in the same spot as his 2024 ailment that ultimately had been diagnosed as an osteoma (benign bone tumor). However, improved imaging of the ...
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