Career Timeline of Justin Steele: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Justin Steele made an impact.

Justin Steele is a professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Chicago Cubs in MLB. He debuted in 2021 and earned an MLB All-Star selection in 2023. Steele's career is still developing, marking him as a rising player in professional baseball.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2013: High School Junior Year

In 2013, as a junior in high school, Justin Steele had a 7–3 win–loss record and a 1.94 ERA with 98 strikeouts.

2014: Drafted by Chicago Cubs

In 2014, Justin Steele was selected by the Chicago Cubs in the fifth round of the MLB Draft.

2016: Promoted to Class A South Bend Cubs

In 2016, Justin Steele was promoted to the Class A South Bend Cubs but struggled initially before being sent back to Eugene for a month.

2018: Return from Injury

In 2018, Justin Steele returned from Tommy John Surgery and pitched for multiple teams, including the Arizona League Cubs, Myrtle Beach, and Tennessee Smokies.

2019: Returns to the Tennessee Smokies

In 2019, Steele returned to the Smokies, going 0-6 with a 5.59 ERA over 11 starts.

August 2, 2020: Promoted to Major Leagues

On August 2, 2020, Justin Steele was promoted to the major leagues for the first time.

April 12, 2021: MLB Debut

On April 12, 2021, Justin Steele made his MLB debut against the Milwaukee Brewers.

2022: Steele's 2022 Season

In 2022, Justin Steele went 4-7 over 24 starts with a 3.18 ERA and 126 strikeouts.

2023: Exceptional Season and Cy Young Nomination

In 2023, Justin Steele had a remarkable season, going 16-5 with a 3.06 ERA and 176 strikeouts. He was selected as an All-Star and finished fifth in Cy Young Award voting.