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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Edwin Díaz, a three-time All-Star closer signed to a three-year, $69 million deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers in December 2025, was transferred to the 60-day injured list on May 10, 2026. He underwent arthroscopic surgery on April 22 to remove loose bodies from his right elbow after initially being placed on the 15-day IL on April 20. Díaz's 2026 debut season was disastrous, posting a 10.50 ERA across seven appearances before the injury, including a particularly poor outing on April 20 against Colorado where he allowed three runs without recording an out. He is not eligible to return until at least June 19, with the earliest realistic return date expected to be after the All-Star break in mid-July. The Dodgers acquired Díaz specifically to address bullpen fragility but instead face significant uncertainty regarding his availability and performance.
Strengths
- + Three-time All-Star closer with proven track record
- + Expected to begin throwing catch later in May once stitches are removed
- + Dodgers organization expressing confidence in his eventual return to form
- + High-value contract indicates organizational commitment to his recovery
Weaknesses
- - Right elbow loose bodies requiring surgical intervention
- - Disastrous 2026 debut with 10.50 ERA in seven appearances
- - Failed to record an out in April 20 outing against Colorado Rockies
- - Extended recovery timeline with return not expected until after All-Star break
- - Age 32 with significant injury history concerns
- - Inconsistent performance in early 2026 season before injury
- - Uncertainty regarding exact return date and rehabilitation progress
Injury Status: IL-60
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