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Meghan Montemurro

Cubs can’t capitalize on Justin Steele’s 6 shutout innings in 3-1 loss to Brewers

CHICAGO — Chicago Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy could tell left-hander Justin Steele was getting caught in between the timing of his delivery.

Steele became out of whack in the first inning of his season debut Saturday against the Milwaukee Brewers at Wrigley Field. Hottovy saw moments when Steele moved either too slow or sped up his delivery as he searched for the adjustment in a nearly troublesome opening frame.

Steele escaped the inning behind a timely double play shortstop Dansby Swanson deftly started with runners on first and second, snagging a 107.4-mph one-hopper off William Contreras’ bat. After a chat with Hottovy between innings, everything clicked for Steele.

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