Several MLB stars are dealing with new injuries as the regular season enters a critical stretch, with multiple All-Stars landing on the injured list while others continue working toward a return. From hamstring and calf strains to back, knee and rib injuries, these health updates could have a major impact on playoff races across baseball. Here's the latest injury news, expected return timelines and medical outlook for the biggest names around Major League Baseball.
Thursday, August 6th
Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Blue Jays - Hamstring
Guerrero Jr. has been held out of the Blue Jays' lineup for two straight games as he manages hamstring tightness. The discomfort became apparent after he ran out a ground ball earlier in the week, prompting Toronto to give him additional rest during a stretch without an off day. Manager John Schneider said Guerrero has been dealing with the hamstring issue, along with other minor ailments, for some time, but emphasized the club is not considering an injured list stint.
Jordan Walker, Cardinals - Right Knee
Walker remained out of the Cardinals' lineup for a second consecutive game because of right knee inflammation. The second day off was described as precautionary, with the club taking advantage of Thursday's scheduled off day to give the knee additional time to recover. St. Louis is optimistic Walker will be ready to return to the lineup Friday against the Rockies if the inflammation continues to improve.
Triston Casas, Red Sox - Left Wrist
Casas underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left wrist, adding another setback to an already lengthy rehabilitation. Casas has not played since rupturing his left patellar tendon on May 2, 2025, an injury that ended his season. After recovering from the knee injury, he sustained an abdominal strain during spring training before developing the wrist issue as he was ramping up baseball activities. The Red Sox have not provided a timetable for his return following the procedure.
Wednesday, August 5th
Aaron Judge, Yankees - Right Rib
Judge has been cleared to resume light activity as he continues recovering from a stress fracture in his right rib. The Yankees slugger, who has been sidelined since May 31, underwent repeat imaging Tuesday that showed sufficient healing to advance his rehabilitation. Judge remains confident he will return before the end of the season, saying there was never any doubt he would be back in the lineup.
Joe Ryan, Twins - Back/Glute
Ryan has returned to Minnesota for evaluation after developing back and glute discomfort following Tuesday's start against the Royals. The Twins sent their ace home during the team's road trip so he could be examined by the club's medical staff and team physician.
Hunter Greene, Reds - Right Elbow
Greene has been placed on the 15-day injured list with right elbow soreness after experiencing discomfort during a bullpen session on Tuesday. The Reds immediately sent Greene for an MRI and additional medical evaluation, though the imaging results have not yet been released. Greene is expected to meet with doctors again later this week, and the club has not established a timetable for his return.
Freddie Freeman, Dodgers - Right Hand
Freeman exited Wednesday's game after being hit on the right hand by a pitch. X-rays were negative for any fracture, and the Dodgers expect the veteran first baseman to return to the lineup Friday against the Diamondbacks.
Andrew Painter, Phillies - Left Hamstring
Painter exited Wednesday night's start against the Nationals after four innings because of left hamstring tightness. The rookie right-hander appeared to be on track for another strong outing before the injury forced an early exit. The Phillies will conduct further evaluation to determine the severity of the hamstring issue.
Tuesday, August 4th
James Wood, Nationals - Left Side
Wood will be placed on the 10-day injured list with a mild oblique strain after exiting Monday's game against the Phillies. Nationals manager Miguel Butera described the injury as "subtle" and "mild," expressing optimism that Wood's absence will be brief.
Dalton Rushing, Dodgers - Right Elbow (UCL)
Rushing has been diagnosed with a slight tear of the UCL in his right elbow, placing his availability behind the plate for the remainder of the regular season in doubt. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Rushing will not throw for several weeks as the club attempts to allow the ligament to heal without surgery. The Dodgers are taking a conservative approach, with the hope that rest and rehabilitation will be enough to avoid a surgical procedure.
Trey Yesavage, Blue Jays - Left Knee
Yesavage exited Tuesday's game against the Astros after developing left knee discomfort while throwing warmup pitches before the bottom of the third inning. Blue Jays manager John Schneider and the training staff immediately came onto the field to evaluate the rookie right-hander, who was removed from the game. Yesavage is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Wednesday.
Jordan Walker, Cardinals - Right Knee
Walker was scratched from Tuesday night's game against the Yankees because of right knee inflammation. The Cardinals held the outfielder out of action as a precaution, and he was unavailable off the bench during the game. Manager Oliver Marmol described Walker as day-to-day, with his availability dependent on how quickly the inflammation subsides.
Monday, August 3rd
Ryan O'Hearn, Pirates - Left Quadriceps
O'Hearn has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a left quadriceps strain and is expected to miss six to eight weeks. O'Hearn said he felt a "pop" when the injury occurred, though the prognosis was better than initially feared. The injury comes after he previously missed time earlier this season with a right quadriceps strain.
Reynaldo López, Braves - Left Knee
López has been placed on the injured list with left knee inflammation, but an MRI revealed no structural damage. Braves manager Walt Weiss said the veteran right-hander is expected to miss minimal time, with the club optimistic he could return to the rotation as soon as Aug. 15.
Bobby Witt Jr., Royals - Lower Back
Witt Jr. is expected to return to the Royals' lineup Tuesday after missing time with lower back tightness. Witt has been sidelined since July 21 and did not travel with the team for its weekend series in Colorado as Kansas City continued to manage his recovery.
Dalton Rushing, Dodgers - Elbow
Rushing is heading to the Injured List after imaging revealed a mild strain in his right elbow, manager Dave Roberts confirmed.
