Shane Bieber, returning from Tommy John surgery, outpitched and struck out Shohei Ohtani in his World Series debut, helping the Toronto Blue Jays tie the series at two games apiece with a 6-2 win over the Dodgers.
Shelby Miller is likely to undergo a second Tommy John surgery after suffering a UCL sprain, which could end his season and potentially impact his career, with the Brewers replacing him with Joel Payamps for the remainder of the season.
Shane Bieber made a dominant return to the MLB with the Toronto Blue Jays, striking out nine in six innings after 16 months sidelined by elbow surgery, leading to a 5-2 win over the Miami Marlins.
The Toronto Blue Jays traded for Shane Bieber, a pitcher recovering from Tommy John surgery, hoping he will strengthen their playoff rotation. While Bieber's return to peak form is uncertain, the team is optimistic, but the move involves risks given his injury history and the prospects given up. The Blue Jays aim to capitalize on their strong offense and experienced pitching staff to contend in the postseason.
Red Sox pitcher Tanner Houck will undergo Tommy John surgery, missing the rest of the 2025 season and potentially all of 2026, after struggling with injuries and performance this year.
Shohei Ohtani left a game against the Reds after throwing six straight balls during his seventh start post-Tommy John surgery, but continued to contribute as a designated hitter and remains a top hitter in the league.
Cardinals pitching prospect Tekoah Roby underwent Tommy John surgery, sidelining him for the rest of this season and all of 2026, marking a significant setback for the team's young pitching development amid multiple injuries in their system.
Clarke Schmidt of the New York Yankees is likely to undergo Tommy John surgery, sidelining him for the season and possibly most of the next. The Yankees face the challenge of replacing a key pitcher and are considering internal options like prospect Cam Schlittler or acquiring a veteran starter through trades, with potential targets including Sandy Alcantara and Freddy Peralta, as the trade deadline approaches.
Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt is expected to undergo Tommy John surgery due to a UCL tear, likely missing the rest of 2025 and possibly all of 2026, impacting the team's pitching rotation and future planning.
Diamondbacks pitcher Justin Martínez will undergo Tommy John surgery, sidelining him for the rest of 2023 and likely most of 2026, which is a significant setback for the team's bullpen and long-term plans, though it activates a team option in his contract due to his injury.
Detroit Tigers rookie pitcher Jackson Jobe will undergo Tommy John surgery after an injury revealed worse damage to his ulnar collateral ligament, sidelining him for the remainder of his rookie season and potentially most of the next year.
Detroit Tigers pitcher Jackson Jobe will miss the rest of the season due to elbow surgery to repair his UCL, a setback for the young talent who was initially diagnosed with a flexor tendon strain. The surgery, performed by Dr. Keith Meister, is expected to require 12-18 months for recovery, but Jobe's teammates, including Casey Mize, express support and confidence in his recovery and future contributions.
Detroit Tigers pitcher Jackson Jobe, a top prospect and former third overall pick, will undergo Tommy John surgery, causing him to miss the remainder of the season and potentially all of 2026, impacting both his development and the team's rotation plans.
AJ Smith-Shawver, a promising young pitcher for the Atlanta Braves, underwent Tommy John surgery, ending his 2025 season and affecting his 2026 prospects. His injury, a torn ulnar collateral ligament, came after a strong start to his rookie campaign, but subsequent elbow discomfort led to the diagnosis. The Braves' pitching depth is now strained, with several pitchers injured or struggling, and Smith-Shawver's recovery will influence his future arbitration and free agency timelines.
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Corbin Burnes will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery, potentially missing most or all of the next season, after experiencing elbow inflammation. The team emphasizes a cautious recovery approach to ensure his full health before returning to play.