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Joe Ryan Back Injury: MRI Confirms Inflammation for Minnesota Twins Ace
Minnesota Twins right-hander Joe Ryan underwent medical imaging revealing lower back inflammation after being scratched from his scheduled Saturday spring training start.
Yuki Matsui Injury: Padres Reliever Exits Practice With Left Groin Tightness
San Diego Padres reliever Yuki Matsui left a Thursday batting practice session early due to left groin tightness, putting his World Baseball Classic status in jeopardy.
Gerrit Cole Hits 96.9 MPH in First Live Session Since Tommy John Surgery
New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole threw 20 pitches of batting practice on Friday, hitting a maximum velocity of 96.9 mph.
Twins Ace Pablo Lopez to Undergo Season-Ending Tommy John Surgery for Torn UCL
Minnesota right-hander Pablo Lopez will miss the 2025 season after being diagnosed with a torn ulnar collateral ligament following a shortened bullpen session.
Jordan Westburg Sidelined Until May with Partial Ligament Tear in Right Elbow
Baltimore Orioles third baseman Jordan Westburg will miss the start of the season due to a partial ligament tear in his right elbow.
Francisco Lindor Backs Steve Cohen’s No-Captain Rule Amid Hand Surgery Rehab
Francisco Lindor supports Steve Cohen's decision to forgo a team captain as the shortstop recovers from a February 11 hamate bone surgery.
Jordan Westburg 'Physically Unable' to Start Spring Training for Orioles
Baltimore Orioles third baseman Jordan Westburg is currently sidelined from spring training activities due to a right oblique injury and a new elbow issue.
Brusdar Graterol to Miss Opening Day After $2.8 Million Deal and Labrum Surgery
Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Brusdar Graterol will not be on the active roster for the season opener following a November 2024 surgery for a torn labrum.
Twins Ace Pablo Lopez Diagnosed with Significant UCL Tear in Right Elbow
Minnesota Twins right-hander Pablo Lopez likely faces season-ending Tommy John surgery after a significant UCL tear was discovered following a Monday bullpen session.
Aaron Judge Offseason: MVP Hits .331 and Recovers from 67.9 MPH Throwing Injury
Aaron Judge enters spring training healthy after a season where he hit 53 homers and led the majors with a 1.144 OPS.
Edwin Diaz Commits to 2026 World Baseball Classic Following Recovery
New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz has officially announced his intention to pitch in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, dismissing concerns regarding his previous season-ending knee injury.
Gerrit Cole Feels 'Good,' Eyes Grapefruit League Return Before Spring Ends
New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole confirmed on Friday that he may pitch in Grapefruit League games following Tommy John surgery.
Josh Hader Resumes Throwing After Biceps Tendinitis Sidelined Astros Closer
Six-time All-Star Josh Hader played catch Friday in West Palm Beach following a setback involving biceps tendinitis during his fourth offseason bullpen session.
Cam Schlittler Sidelined by Back Inflammation After 2.96 ERA Rookie Season
Yankees right-hander Cam Schlittler is skipping bullpen sessions due to back and lat issues after posting a 4-3 record and 84 strikeouts last season.
Francisco Lindor to Undergo Surgery for Left Hamate Bone Stress Reaction
New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor is expected to miss six weeks after opting for surgery to repair a stress reaction in his left hamate bone.
Corbin Carroll Surgery Set for Wednesday After Hamate Bone Fracture
Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll will undergo hand surgery this Wednesday after breaking the hamate bone in his right hand.
Jackson Holliday Surgery Scheduled for Thursday; Orioles Star to Miss Opening Day
Baltimore second baseman Jackson Holliday will undergo a procedure on his right hand this Thursday, forcing him to miss the start of the regular season.
Anthony Santander Surgery to Sideline Blue Jays Outfielder for 5-6 Months
Toronto outfielder Anthony Santander will undergo surgery on his left shoulder labrum Wednesday and is expected to miss five to six months of action.
Francisco Lindor Surgery Possible for Hamate Injury; Juan Soto Moves to Left Field
Francisco Lindor faces a potential six-week recovery for a left hamate bone stress reaction while Juan Soto shifts to left field for the 2026 season.
Braves Place Spencer Schwellenbach on 60-Day IL Due to Elbow Inflammation
Right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach will miss significant time after the Atlanta Braves placed him on the 60-day injured list during the first spring workout.
Corbin Burnes Targets Mid-July Return Following $210 Million Deal and Surgery
Diamondbacks ace Corbin Burnes is aiming for an All-Star break return after posting a 2.66 ERA in 11 starts prior to his 2025 elbow injury.
Remembering Terrance Gore: MLB Speedster and Postseason Weapon Dies at 34
The baseball world is mourning the Terrance Gore death after the dynamic baserunner passed away at age 34 following complications from surgery.
Mariners Prospect Logan Evans Undergoes Surgery, Set to Miss Entire 2026 Season
Seattle Mariners right-hander Logan Evans is expected to be sidelined through 2026 following successful elbow surgery, a major blow to the team's pitching depth.
Altuve and Correa Out: How WBC Insurance Issues Are Impacting MLB Stars
Houston Astros stars Jose Altuve and Carlos Correa will officially miss the World Baseball Classic due to complex WBC insurance issues regarding potential injuries.