This was not the plot twist the Cubs were hoping to hear in Hollywood before the series finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers, but manager Craig Counsell confirmed Sunday that ace pitcher Justin Steele will be out for the rest of the season. Steele must undergo season-ending surgery to repair the flexor tendon and UCL in his left elbow.

Cubs pitcher Justin Steele, who went on the IL last week after feeling discomfort in his left elbow, will undergo season-ending surgery, manager Craig Counsell said.

Justin Steele called Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy on Saturday to let him know that the pitcher was going to undergo season-ending surgery. Hottovy said their conversation centered around the positives -- Steele would have some answers,