BREAKING: Porter Hodge Will Undergo UCL Surgery, His Season is Done - Bleacher Nation
Porter Hodge will undergo UCL surgery and miss the rest of the season. In 2024, he was ascendant, finishing the year as the big league Cubs closer with a 1.88 ERA.
BREAKING: Cade Horton Out for the Year - Bleacher Nation
Cade Horton will miss the year because of surgery on his UCL. It's not immediately clear if that surgery is - precisely - Tommy John surgery. But it doesn't really matter, because the effect is pretty similar - at least, in terms of this season.
Justin Steele Cleared by Surgeon to Resume Full-Intent Throwing -
Justin Steele received full clearance from his elbow surgeon to resume full activity and is back to 100%, positioning him for a potential April return to Cubs pitching rotation.
Pirates prioritized adding hitters in the offseason, creating uncertainty and competition for the fifth starting-rotation spot after trading away young pitchers.
Dodgers News: Kike Hernandez Aggravated Left Elbow Injury During Postseason
Kiké Hernández injured his left elbow sliding into home, played through the injury in the postseason, and underwent surgery after the Dodgers' 2025 World Series.
Left-hander Connor Thomas signed a minor-league deal with the Braves, will rehab from July UCL surgery, miss much of 2026, and aim for a long-relief role.
Trey Lipscomb cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Rochester while the Nationals reinstated injured players, leaving five openings on the 40-man roster.
Jobe's need for UCL surgery is a significant setback, particularly as he was a leading prospect for the Tigers, demonstrating both promise and talent this season.
Jake Bloss's UCL surgery means he will miss the remainder of the season and parts of 2026, highlighting significant consequences for his team and career.