All articles tagged with #shoulder strain
New York Mets reliever Devin Williams was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain, forcing a bullpen reshuffle and a closer-by-committee, with Kodai Senga and Daniel Duarte as top candidates and Nate Lavender as a dark horse.
The New York Mets placed closer Devin Williams on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain, promoting Jonathan Pintaro from Triple-A Syracuse to take his roster spot. While Williams has shown elite potential at times, the injury adds to bullpen uncertainty as Kodai Senga is used in short relief and other relievers are in flux while Williams’ return remains to be seen.
The Oakland Athletics placed right-hander Luis Severino on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain after an early exit Friday due to soreness, and recalled Michael Kelly to take his spot as Severino undergoes tests and the club considers rotation options.
Houston Astros placed closer Josh Hader on the 15-day injured list due to a shoulder strain, marking his first major league injury since debuting in 2017. Hader, a key reliever with a dominant 2025 season, is undergoing additional testing to determine the severity. The team recalled Colton Gordon and reinstated Shawn Dubin, while designating Hector Neris for assignment. The Astros' bullpen will now rely on Bryan Abreu and other relievers as they contend in the AL West.
The Cubs acquired pitcher Mike Soroka at the trade deadline as a low-cost, high-risk move due to his injury history and recent velocity decline. Unfortunately, Soroka experienced shoulder pain after his debut, leading to an IL stint with a shoulder strain, highlighting the risks of conservative trades and the unpredictability of injuries. The team and management acknowledge the risk involved, with hopes for a quick recovery but awareness of potential setbacks.
Twins pitcher Pablo López is expected to miss 2-3 months due to a Grade 2 shoulder strain, which he sustained during a game, potentially impacting his season but with a chance to return if recovery goes well.
New York Yankees infielder Oswald Peraza will be sidelined for 6-8 weeks due to a right shoulder strain, causing him to start the season on the injured list. The 23-year-old, who plays multiple infield positions, had previously missed time with the injury during spring training and will now require an extended recovery period.
New York Yankees infielder Oswald Peraza has been diagnosed with a subscapularis strain in his right shoulder and will be sidelined for 6-8 weeks. This setback comes after Peraza missed 10 days of Spring Training due to shoulder discomfort. The 22-year-old made his MLB debut in 2022 and showed promise at the plate, but struggled in a larger sample size last season. With Peraza out, the Yankees are looking for a veteran backup infielder to provide depth, as they navigate their options for the upcoming season.
New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga will miss the start of the season due to a strained right shoulder, with no set timeline for his return. The team plans to shut him down until his symptoms subside and strength returns to normal levels, followed by a six-week spring training ramp-up. The Mets will rely on fill-in candidates Tylor Megill, Joey Lucchesi, and Jose Butto, as they do not plan to add a starter. Senga's injury raises questions about his future schedule and the team's rotation plans.
Atlanta Braves pitcher Kyle Wright has been placed on the injured list after an MRI revealed a shoulder strain. There is currently no timetable for his return, but the team is hoping to shut him down to allow the soreness to subside. The Braves have a few options to fill his spot in the rotation, including Dylan Dodd, Jared Shuster, and possibly Michael Soroka.