MLB Player Injuries - Impact on MLB Teams

Ronel Blanco
Houston Astros • #56 • SP
Ronel Blanco of Houston Astros Placed on 15-Day Injured List Due to Elbow Inflammation
Ronel Blanco of the Houston Astros is on the 15-day injured list due to elbow inflammation.
What It Means
Ronel Blanco's elbow issues have seen him move from being day-to-day to the 15-day injured list. This season, he has pitched in 9 games, all as a starter, with a 3-4 record and an ERA of 4.10. His home performance has been strong, with a 2.59 ERA and a 3-0 record.
With Blanco out, the Astros' rotation might see changes for the upcoming game against the Seattle Mariners. Framber Valdez, Hunter Brown, and Lance McCullers Jr. are likely to see adjustments in their roles. Blanco's absence breaks his streak of scoring 24+ FanDuel points in five straight games.

Chase Dollander
Colorado Rockies • #32 • SP
Chase Dollander of Colorado Rockies Placed on 15-Day Injured List Due to Right Forearm Tightness
Chase Dollander of the Colorado Rockies has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to right forearm tightness.
What It Means
Chase Dollander has been struggling this season with an ERA of 6.28 over eight starts. His performance at home has been particularly challenging, with an ERA of 10.07. This injury could impact the upcoming game against the New York Yankees at Coors Field.
With Dollander out, other pitchers like Kyle Freeland and Antonio Senzatela may see increased responsibility. Ryan Rolison could also get more opportunities in the rotation. These changes might affect the team's strategy in the upcoming games.

Bryan Woo
Seattle Mariners • #22 • SP
Bryan Woo Injury Update: Seattle Mariners Pitcher Dealing With Leg Injury, Expected to Make Next Start
Bryan Woo of the Seattle Mariners is day-to-day with a leg injury but is expected to make his next start.
What It Means
Bryan Woo has been consistent this season with a 5-1 record and an ERA of 2.65 over 57 2/3 innings. He has struck out 55 batters and walked only 8, maintaining a WHIP of .87. Woo's performance has been steady, scoring 21+ FanDuel points in 9 straight games.
Woo's potential start against the Houston Astros on May 23, 2025, could be impacted by his leg injury. In the rotation, Luis Castillo and Logan Evans are the other top starters who might see changes if Woo is unable to pitch. The Mariners will need to adjust their pitching strategy based on Woo's availability.

Hunter Greene
Cincinnati Reds • #21 • SP
Hunter Greene Expected to Start for Reds After Groin Injury Recovery
Hunter Greene, the Cincinnati Reds' starting pitcher, is expected to return from the 15-day injured list to start as scheduled, despite his day-to-day status with a groin injury.
What It Means
Hunter Greene's return from the injured list could affect the Reds' upcoming game against the Chicago Cubs on May 23, 2025. Greene has a record of 4-2 with an ERA of 2.37 this season, making him a key player for the team. His presence on the mound is expected, given his day-to-day status.
In Greene's absence, pitchers like Nick Lodolo and Nick Martinez have been part of the Reds' rotation. Greene's performance at home has been strong, with an ERA of 1.63, which might be crucial for the game at Great American Ball Park. Other players like Matt McLain and Elly De La Cruz have been consistent in the lineup during recent games.

Gleyber Torres
Detroit Tigers • #25 • 2B
Gleyber Torres, Detroit Tigers, Day-to-Day Due to Lower Back Injury
Gleyber Torres of the Detroit Tigers is day-to-day with a lower back injury, making him uncertain to play.
What It Means
Gleyber Torres is currently day-to-day with a lower back injury. This is his latest setback following previous injuries earlier in the season, including a hamstring issue and an oblique strain. Torres has played 37 games this season with a batting average of .281 and 5 home runs. His performance has been steady, with 24 RBIs and a .794 OPS.
The Detroit Tigers' upcoming game against the Cleveland Guardians on May 23 could be affected by Torres's uncertain status. Colt Keith and Zach McKinstry may need to step up if Torres is unable to play. In recent games, Torres has struggled, hitting just .083 in his last three games, which could impact his return timeline.

Julio Rodriguez
Seattle Mariners • #44 • CF
Julio Rodríguez, Seattle Mariners, Day-to-Day Due to Undisclosed Injury
Julio Rodríguez is dealing with an undisclosed injury and is unlikely to take the field for the Mariners, with his status listed as day-to-day.
What It Means
Julio Rodríguez has not had any previous injuries this season. He has played 48 games, starting 47 of them. His batting average is .231, with nine home runs and 28 RBIs. His recent performance shows a .280 average over the last five games with two home runs and eight RBIs.
Rodríguez's absence could affect the Mariners in their upcoming game against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park. Leody Taveras and Randy Arozarena may see changes in their roles or playing time. Rodríguez has hit better on the road this season, with a .247 average and six home runs.

Ronel Blanco
Houston Astros • #56 • SP
Ronel Blanco of Houston Astros Placed on 15-Day Injured List Due to Elbow Inflammation
Ronel Blanco of the Houston Astros is on the 15-day injured list due to elbow inflammation.
What It Means
Ronel Blanco's injury comes after dealing with elbow soreness just a day earlier, making it a recurring issue. This season, Blanco has pitched in nine games with a 3-4 record, an ERA of 4.10, and a WHIP of 1.18. He has also maintained a streak of scoring 24 or more FanDuel points in five straight games.
With Blanco out, the Houston Astros may need to rely more on other starting pitchers like Framber Valdez and Hunter Brown. The team has an upcoming home game against the Seattle Mariners on May 22. Blanco's absence could impact the rotation and how the Astros approach this game.

Masataka Yoshida
Boston Red Sox • #7 • LF
Masataka Yoshida Out for Season After Right Shoulder Labral Repair, Boston Red Sox Place Him on 60-Day Injured List
Masataka Yoshida of the Boston Red Sox is on the 60-day injured list due to a right shoulder labral repair.
What It Means
Masataka Yoshida's absence will impact the left field position for the Boston Red Sox. Jarren Duran, who is currently the starting left fielder, will likely continue in that role. Duran has a batting average of .265 with 3 home runs and 29 RBIs this season.
The injury also affects the depth chart, with players like Rob Refsnyder and Wilyer Abreu potentially seeing more time. Yoshida has no current season stats available due to his time on the injured list. The Red Sox are scheduled to play the Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park on May 22, 2025.

Will Brennan
Cleveland Guardians • #17 • RF
Will Brennan of Cleveland Guardians Placed on 10-Day Injured List Due to Left Forearm Inflammation
Will Brennan of the Cleveland Guardians is out with left forearm inflammation and is on the 10-day injured list.
What It Means
Will Brennan's absence due to left forearm inflammation could impact the Guardians' upcoming game against the Detroit Tigers. Brennan, a left-handed hitter, has played in six games this season, starting four of them. His current season batting average is .091, with only one hit in 11 at-bats.
Without Brennan in right field, Nolan Jones might see more playing time. Jones has a batting average of .189 this season with two home runs. The Guardians will need to adjust their lineup as they continue their road series against the Tigers at Comerica Park.

Paul Blackburn
New York Mets • #58 • SP
Paul Blackburn of New York Mets Out with Right Knee Inflammation, on 15-Day Injured List
Paul Blackburn of the New York Mets is on the 15-day injured list due to right knee inflammation and is anticipated to return in late May.
What It Means
Paul Blackburn's absence due to knee inflammation will affect the Mets' pitching rotation. With no current season stats available for Blackburn, it's unclear how his performance might have impacted the team. Other starting pitchers like Clay Holmes and Tylor Megill may need to step up in his absence.
The Mets are preparing to play against the Los Angeles Dodgers on May 23. This game at Citi Field will be the first without Blackburn since his recent placement on the injured list. The starting lineup has yet to be confirmed for this upcoming game.