Here is the latest on Major League Baseball's American League Central division's injuries.
Cleveland Guardians
Gavin Williams has had some right elbow discomfort and will begin the season on the injured list however, his MRI was clear.
Trevor Stephan will undergo UCL reconstruction in the next week or two. The Guardians have not given a timetable for his return.
Daniel Espino underwent surgery on March 13 to repair his right shoulder and will miss the entire season.
Two Guardians surgeries that might pique your interest:
— Zack Meisel (@ZackMeisel) March 14, 2024
Setup man Trevor Stephan will have elbow surgery in the next week or two.
Daniel Espino had another shoulder procedure and won’t pitch in 2024.
Minnesota Twins
Anthony DeSclafani was expected to throw a bullpen on March 14 and start in a Minor League game on March 16 after dealing with elbow soreness.
Anthony DeSclafani throwing in the bullpen. Has been held back this spring by elbow soreness. pic.twitter.com/F6q4FSvukw
— Nick Nelson (@NickNelsonMN) March 14, 2024
Caleb Thielbar has a left hamstring strain but threw 24 pitches on the backfields on March 12.
Chicago White Sox
Jimmy Lambert was scheduled to have a second opinion on his injured right shoulder on Thursday in Los Angeles.
John Brebbia was expected to face hitters on Friday after dealing with a sore calf.
Reliever John Brebbia (right calf) throwing another live BP tomorrow, not a lock for Opening Day, Katz said. TBD. Mobility fielding the position etc must check out.
— Daryl Van Schouwen (@CST_soxvan) March 14, 2024
Prelander Berroa was sidelined Tuesday due to an injury in his arm, and shoulder and is listed as day-to-day.
Kansas City Royals
Dairon Blanco has been diagnosed with a mild calf strain following an MRI and is day-to-day.
—Jordan Lyles (back) responded well to his live BP and is scheduled to start Saturday’s game against the Cubs.
— Anne Rogers (@anne__rogers) March 12, 2024
—Dairon Blanco has a “very mild” calf strain, Matt Quatraro said, so he is taking a couple days off from running. Will hit and throw. Likely still ready for opening day.
Carlos Hernandez should throw a light bullpen session this weekend.
Jordan Lyles has some back issues but is scheduled to start Saturday's Cactus League game against the Chicago Cubs.
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