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Reliever Garrett Whitlock was placed on the injured list with right elbow inflammation after increasing discomfort prevented him from throwing, sidelining him for at least a couple of weeks and casting doubt on a quick return even once he is eligible on Aug. 25.
The New York Yankees placed left-hander Carlos Rodón on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation (retroactive to June 30), optioned Oswaldo Cabrera to Triple-A, and must shuffle a rotation already dealing with injuries as they head into the All-Star break. Rodón had a 3.30 ERA in nine starts this year after recovering from prior elbow issues, but will be sidelined again, leaving Gerrit Cole, Ryan Weathers, Cam Schlittler and Will Warren to anchor a less-experienced group as the team fights the slump.
An MRI shows no ligament damage in Spencer Strider’s elbow, but the Braves have him shut down from throwing for four weeks due to inflammation. A return timeline will be set after a follow-up MRI and evaluation with Dr. Keith Meister, with potential mound work after the All-Star break and increased innings needs for the Braves in the meantime.
Braves right-hander Spencer Strider is expected to avoid elbow surgery after an MRI showed no ligament damage, with the issue diagnosed as elbow inflammation that sidelined him to the injured list. He’ll meet with Dr. Keith Meister to map a recovery timeline; Strider previously had Tommy John surgery in 2019 and a 2024 UCL internal-brace procedure. In his absence, JR Ritchie will get another rotation opportunity as Strider recovers, following an eight-start stretch that included a 5.31 ERA over 39 innings with a 27.9% strikeout rate and 12.1% walk rate.
The Atlanta Braves placed right-hander Spencer Strider on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation after Friday’s start vs. the Mets, and Anthony Molina was recalled from Triple-A in the corresponding roster move. Strider’s 2026 season has been hampered by injuries and had him at a 5.31 ERA through eight starts, with a high walk rate and a velocity around 95 mph, prompting MRI evaluation. With the Braves leading the league at 45-24, the club faces a potential rotation shuffle, with JR Ritchie or Reynaldo López options to take a turn while Hurston Waldrep and others build back up.
The Baltimore Orioles placed closer Ryan Helsley on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation (retroactive to April 29), and recalled Albert Suárez to take his roster spot and close duties. Helsley last pitched Tuesday, earning a save against the Astros, but the elbow issue adds bullpen uncertainty for a bullpen already dealing with injuries from Enns and Hiraldo, and after Bautista’s shoulder surgery last year. Suárez had just signed a new minor-league deal and was added to the big league roster to fill the closing role contingent on Helsley’s health.
Padres place Nick Pivetta on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation (retroactive to April 13) after he left Sunday's game with elbow stiffness; Alek Jacob is recalled to fill the spot. Pivetta joins Musgrove and Canning on the IL while Matt Waldron nears a return. Michael King will start tonight, with Randy Vásquez and Walker Buehler slated for the next couple of days as the rotation is shuffled. Pivetta has 24 strikeouts in 16 innings this season and a 4.50 ERA, and his health/contract optics remain significant for San Diego.
Blue Jays right-hander José Berríos is visiting a specialist for elbow inflammation detected in a World Baseball Classic physical. An MRI showed no structural damage, but he’ll consult Dr. Keith Meister next Tuesday and won’t throw in the interim. There’s no pain reported, and a quick return is possible, but the situation adds to Toronto’s rotation questions behind Cease, Gausman, Yesavage, Ponce, Scherzer, Lauer, and Bieber’s pending status. If Berríos needs an IL stint to start the season, the Jays’ starting mix could shift further, though they’ll benefit from depth if everyone is healthy.
Detroit right-hander Troy Melton has halted his throwing program with elbow inflammation, putting Opening Day in doubt. Tigers manager A.J. Hinch said the issue isn’t believed to be long-term and Melton could return soon after a brief IL stint; the young pitcher impressed as a rookie with a 2.76 ERA in 45 2/3 innings and remains in the club’s plans, though the Tigers will be cautious and possibly keep him stretched out in the minors if needed.
The Boston Red Sox have placed right-hander Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation. Whitlock left Sunday's game early due to elbow tightness, and while the team is not overly concerned, his absence adds to the rotation's current shortage. With Chris Sale and Tanner Houck already on the injured list, the Red Sox have been relying on a four-man rotation and bullpen days. Left-hander James Paxton was also placed on the paternity list, further depleting the pitching staff. Whitlock's ongoing injury setbacks hinder his progress as a starting pitcher, as he had previously transitioned from a successful rookie season as a reliever.