Cubs' Tyler Austin to miss entire season after knee surgery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
Tyler Austin, signed by the Cubs last December, will miss the entire season following knee surgery. The 34-year-old underwent a procedure for a right patellar tendon issue after not responding well to early camp workouts. Austin, who played for teams including the Yankees and Twins prior to joining the Cubs, has a history of strong performance against left-handed pitchers. The Cubs will likely seek a replacement for him as they plan for the upcoming offseason, where he is among 17 free agents or players with options.
- •Tyler Austin signed with the Cubs in December 2025.
- •He required knee surgery after struggling in early camp workouts.
- •Austin will be out for the entire 2026 season.
- •He hit.253/.345/.539 with 18 home runs in 217 at-bats against left-handed pitchers.
- •The Cubs may look for a new backup first baseman for the upcoming year.
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