Phil Maton's Season Over After Right Knee Surgery
The Cubs reliever will go under the knife this week for a partial patellar tendon tear, closing the door on any potential return in 2026.
Cubs reliever Phil Maton is scheduled for right knee surgery this week to address a partial patellar tendon tear diagnosed last month. He has been sidelined since July 20 and was transferred to the 60-day IL weeks ago. The surgery eliminates any remaining chance of a 2026 return. Maton had already struggled this season, posting a 6.18 ERA in 27.2 innings while dealing with knee tendinitis dating back to April.
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