Injuries continue to reshape the Major League Baseball landscape as several teams deal with new injured list stints, setbacks and impending returns. From star players sidelined by significant injuries to key contributors nearing activation, here's the latest injury news, recovery timelines and player availability updates from around baseball.
Friday, July 3rd
Julio Rodríguez - Head (Concussion Protocol)
Julio Rodríguez was removed from Thursday night's 1-0 win over the Angels after being struck in the back of the helmet by a thrown ball. The Mariners placed their star center fielder in concussion protocol following the incident, and manager Dan Wilson said Rodríguez will be re-evaluated on Friday. His status for the remainder of the series remains uncertain pending further evaluation.
Randy Vásquez - Right Ankle/Fainting Episode
Randy Vásquez was taken to a local hospital for precautionary testing after fainting following Thursday night's start against the Dodgers. According to manager Craig Stammen, Vásquez lost consciousness while on his way to get X-rays on his right ankle, which had been struck by a 99 mph comebacker in the first inning. The right-hander later regained consciousness and was reported to be in stable condition.
Cristian Javier - Right Shoulder
Cristian Javier will be activated from the injured list prior to Friday's series opener against the Rays after missing time with a right shoulder strain. The right-hander landed on the IL after making three starts this season, but the Astros will ease him back into action by using him out of the bullpen rather than immediately returning him to the starting rotation.
Jordan Montgomery - Tommy John Surgery
Jordan Montgomery took another step in his recovery from Tommy John surgery by making his third rehab start, this time with Triple-A Round Rock. The left-hander allowed two runs on three hits while striking out three and walking none over two innings, throwing 39 pitches with 26 strikes. Montgomery signed a one-year deal with the Rangers during Spring Training while still rehabbing from the procedure, and his continued progression suggests he is moving closer to returning to Texas' rotation.
Wednesday, July 1st
Brent Rooker, A's - Knee
Rooker will undergo season-ending surgery to repair a cartilage tear in his left knee, ending his 2026 campaign. The injury was discovered during an examination at Stanford on Tuesday, providing an explanation for his extended absence. The two-time All-Star has not played since June 8.
Aaron Judge, Yankees - Rib
Judge is approaching four weeks on the injured list with a stress fracture in his right rib, but he has not yet undergone follow-up imaging to determine his progress. The Yankees captain has not played since May 31 and was placed on the IL on June 5 after a CT scan, MRI, and consultation with a specialist.
Corey Seager, Rangers - Back
Seager is headed back to the 10-day injured list with lower back inflammation after his back flared up during warmups on Tuesday, forcing him to be scratched before his first at-bat against Cleveland. This marks another setback in what has been an injury-plagued season for the Rangers shortstop, who previously missed significant time with back spasms and inflammation.
Matt Chapman, Giants - Abdomen
Chapman will undergo an MRI on Wednesday to determine the severity of his abdominal strain and whether a stint on the injured list is necessary. The Giants third baseman is also expected to soon go on paternity leave, with his wife due to give birth on July 5.
Mitchell Parker, Nationals - Tommy John
Parker has been diagnosed with a Grade 3 UCL sprain, an injury that will likely require Tommy John surgery. The left-hander exited Sunday's start against Baltimore after experiencing a sudden drop in velocity and was placed on the 15-day injured list with left elbow inflammation on Monday. An MRI on Tuesday revealed the full extent of the damage.
Tuesday, June 30th
Jeremy Peña, Astros- Calf
Peña is headed back to the injured list, this time with a mild left calf strain. Astros manager Joe Espada expressed optimism about the injury, saying the hope is that it will be a "minimum IL stint" and that Peña won't be out for long. The injury is unrelated to the right hamstring strain that previously sidelined Peña earlier this season, but another lower-body injury is still notable for a player whose game relies heavily on his mobility and athleticism.
Corey Seager, Rangers - Back
Seager was scratched from Tuesday's game just before his first-inning at-bat due to back discomfort, an alarming development given his extensive history of back issues this season.
The Rangers shortstop recently returned from a concussion sustained in a home-plate collision with Royals catcher Carter Jensen on June 11, but his back has been the more persistent concern throughout 2026. Earlier this season, Seager missed significant time with back spasms that later developed into inflammation, resulting in multiple absences.
Byron Buxton, Twins - Hip
Buxton has been diagnosed with a right hip impingement following an MRI and is currently considered day-to-day, according to manager Derek Shelton. The Twins held Buxton out of Monday and Tuesday's games, and while he is expected to miss at least a few games, the team does not plan to place him on the injured list at this time.
Dane Myers, Reds - Shoulder
Myers was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation after crashing hard into the outfield wall during Monday's loss to Milwaukee. The encouraging news is that initial X-rays were negative, ruling out an obvious fracture. On Tuesday, the Reds placed Myers on the 10-day IL with a bruised left shoulder.
Jazz Chisholm, Yankees - Concussion Protocol
Chisholm exited Monday night's loss to the Tigers after a violent collision with right fielder Jasson Domínguez. Chisholm cleared concussion protocol and was available off the bench on Tuesday.
Monday, June 29th
Dane Myers, Reds - Shoulder
Myers exited Monday's game against the Brewers after a violent collision with the outfield wall while making a highlight-reel catch on Andrew Vaughn's drive in the fourth inning. The center fielder appeared to absorb the impact with his left shoulder and was ultimately carted off the field, an indication that the Reds were concerned about the severity of the injury.
Max Fried, Yankees - Elbow
Fried is taking another significant step in his recovery, as the Yankees left-hander is scheduled to face live hitters for the first time since landing on the injured list in mid-May. Manager Aaron Boone said Fried will throw approximately 30 pitches over two simulated innings, with Giancarlo Stanton expected to be one of the hitters facing him. The live batting practice session will serve as an important checkpoint in Fried's recovery. If everything goes well, the next step could be either a minor league rehab assignment or another live BP session before returning to game action.
Jacob Wilson, A's - Thumb
The A's placed Wilson on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to June 26, with right thumb inflammation. It marks the second IL stint of the season for the rookie infielder, who previously missed nearly a month with a left shoulder subluxation from May 11 to June 9.
Eugenio Suárez, Reds - Hand
Suárez appears to have avoided a serious injury after being hit on the left wrist by a pitch from Mitch Keller on Sunday. Initial X-rays were inconclusive due to swelling, but follow-up testing on Monday came back negative for any fracture. The Reds are holding Suárez out of Monday's lineup as a precaution, but the early signs are encouraging. According to reports, the veteran slugger was seen in the clubhouse wearing a hard protector on his hand and was still able to fist-bump teammates with the injured hand.
Sunday, June 28th
Yandy Díaz, Rays - Shoulder
Díaz was removed from Sunday's game against the Diamondbacks with a left shoulder strain and is considered day-to-day. The Rays' designated hitter appeared to injure the shoulder on a heavy swing against Merrill Kelly in the fifth inning. Although he remained in the game briefly and finished the at-bat, he was later removed after being evaluated by the training staff.
Eugenio Suárez, Reds - Hand
X-rays on Suárez's left hand were inconclusive after he was hit by a pitch and forced to exit Sunday's loss to the Pirates. Reds manager Terry Francona said Suárez will undergo a CT scan on Monday to determine the extent of the injury.
Wyatt Langford, Rangers - Hamstring
Langford was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain, another setback for the Rangers outfielder. Manager Skip Schumaker said Langford will likely be sidelined until after the All-Star break, suggesting the club expects a multi-week absence.
Cole Ragans, Royals - Elbow
Ragans will undergo left elbow surgery on Wednesday, with the procedure determining the extent of the damage and the degree of repair required. The 2024 All-Star has been sidelined since May 8 after landing on the injured list with a left elbow impingement.
Chris Bassitt, Orioles - Back
Bassitt underwent facet bone spur removal surgery on his back after injections to reduce inflammation failed to provide relief. Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias said Bassitt opted for surgery roughly a week after trying the injections.
Teoscar Hernández, Dodgers- Hamstring
Hernández is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list for Monday's series opener against the Athletics, one month after suffering a strained left hamstring.
