All articles tagged with #elbow injury
Blue Jays right-hander Jose Berríos underwent a full Tommy John surgery after a stress fracture was found to have damaged his UCL, meaning he’ll miss the entire 2026 season and likely a significant portion of 2027. The recovery from TJ typically exceeds 14 months, leaving Toronto with rotation gaps and a need to rely on depth options as they plan for 2027.
Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell was placed on the 15-day injured list with loose bodies in his left elbow after feeling discomfort while playing catch; surgery is likely and the timeline is unclear, potentially yielding a late July/early August return. The setback complicates a rotation already thin with Tyler Glasnow out, prompting the Dodgers to recall Charlie Barnes and consider bullpen days or a six-man rotation while they decide on next steps.
The New York Yankees placed left-hander Max Fried on the 15-day injured list with a bone bruise in his left elbow. There’s no reported structural damage or UCL injury, and Fried will be reevaluated in a few weeks after an MRI is reviewed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache; a precise return date isn’t set. Fried’s absence comes as Gerrit Cole also works back from injury, leaving the rotation thinner as the team awaits further updates.
Yankees left-hander Max Fried exited Wednesday’s start against the Orioles with left elbow posterior soreness after 3 innings (61 pitches) and will be evaluated by Dr. Christopher Ahmad with imaging planned in New York, sparking concern about the Yankees’ rotation as he entered the game with a 2.91 ERA.
The Yankees dropped their sixth of eight as Max Fried left after three innings with left elbow posterior soreness—an apparent hyperextension that could land him on the injured list; Aaron Judge remains a bright spot as the team pushes for urgency in a crowded roster; Giancarlo Stanton is out with a calf strain and hasn’t been cleared to run after an MRI showed limited healing; Jasson Domínguez has been in the mix but isn’t close to returning following a PRP shot in his left shoulder, leaving Spencer Jones to fill in until Stanton is back.
Yankees left-hander Max Fried exited after three innings today with left elbow posterior soreness and will undergo imaging tomorrow to determine whether the issue is precautionary or more serious; Fried has a history of elbow problems, including Tommy John surgery in 2014 and forearm issues in 2023–24, and has been a key part of a strong Yankees rotation as Cole and Rodón deal with injuries.
The Detroit Tigers placed Tarik Skubal on the injured list with loose bodies in his left elbow and announced he’ll undergo surgery, with return timelines ranging from six weeks to six months per Dr. Shahryar Ahmadi, and no official comeback date has been given.
A Detroit News report cites an orthopaedic surgeon who believes Tarik Skubal could be back on the mound for the Tigers by the end of August if recovery goes smoothly, though Detroit hasn’t set an official return timetable and his team’s playoff chances for that stretch remain uncertain.
Legendary actress Ann-Margret, just after turning 85 and recovering from an elbow injury, made a rare public appearance to be honored by the USO for decades of service, including three USO tours in Southeast Asia, and she became the organization’s second-ever recipient of its Challenge Coin.
The Dodgers placed closer Edwin Díaz on the 15-day injured list with right elbow loose bodies and he will undergo a procedure; the club hopes he can return this season. Jake Eder was recalled to fill Díaz’s roster spot. Díaz has shown diminished velocity this year and had recent rough outings, leaving the bullpen thinner as the team pursues a three-peat; for now, save chances could fall to relievers such as Tanner Scott, Alex Vesia, or Blake Treinen.
Zach Eflin underwent UCL reconstruction (Tommy John) surgery for the Orioles, ending his season and likely sidelining him through at least the first half of 2027 after he left his season debut with elbow discomfort; a re-examination confirmed ligament damage. The 32-year-old veteran, who signed a one-year, $10 million deal with Baltimore last offseason, will hit the open market next winter as the Orioles lean on a rotation anchored by Rogers, Bradish, Baz and Bassitt, with Cade Povich likely getting a look as a fifth starter while Eflin rehabs.
Giants right-hander Hayden Birdsong will undergo Tommy John surgery next week, forcing him to miss the 2026 season and likely part of 2027 after a forearm strain and UCL sprain; at 24 with prospect pedigree, his absence reshapes San Francisco's rotation and depth as the team pivots to other starters and depth arms for 2026.
Minnesota Twins right-hander Pablo López will undergo Tommy John surgery on his right elbow for the second time after an MRI revealed a significant UCL tear during spring training. The procedure is set for next Wednesday, and López is expected to miss the 2026 season; he previously had Tommy John surgery in 2014.
Minnesota right-hander Pablo López was diagnosed with a UCL tear in his right elbow and is seeking a second opinion, with season-ending surgery a possibility. The injury threatens López’s 2026 contribution after a strong prior season, and it creates rotation depth questions for the Twins as they evaluate alternatives and potential upgrades.
Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito will not participate in the Wild Card Series against the Yankees due to an elbow issue, with his future availability uncertain as he consults a specialist. Giolito, who returned strongly in 2025 after missing 2024 with UCL surgery, had a notable season but experienced a velocity drop and late-season struggles, raising concerns about his health and postseason role.