Miami Marlins Injuries
Miguel Rojas To Have Wrist Surgery Wednesday
Miami Marlins shortstop Miguel Rojas (wrist) is set to undergo wrist surgery on Wednesday, the final day of the regular season, to address an injured right wrist that he's played with for almost two and a half months. He's in the starting lineup on Monday against Atlanta Braves right-hander Bryce Elder, starting at shortstop and hitting eighth. Rojas has played in 57 of the team's 68 games following the All-Star break entering Monday's game against the Braves. On the year, the 33-year-old shortstop is hitting .237/.282/.324 with a .606 OPS, all of which are the lowest marks during his Marlins career. Despite the disappointment at the plate, he's made 65 straight starts at shortstop without an error and should be in consideration for the National League Gold Glove award at the 6.
Sandy Alcantara Shut Down For Season
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara (rest) has been shut down for the remainder of the season, according to manager Don Mattingly. The Cy Young candidate was originally scheduled to pitch next Wednesday against the Braves, but the team decided to shut him down early. Alcantara ends the year with a 14-9 record, 2.28 ERA, 0.98 WHIP, and 207:50 K:BB ratio over an astounding 228 IP. Alcantara should be one of the first pitchers drafted next year, especially in points leagues where his volume puts him a step above everyone else.
Edward Cabrera Exits Saturday's Start Early
Miami Marlins pitcher Edward Cabrera (ankle) exited Saturday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers after appearing to aggravate his right ankle injury. He was removed from Saturday's start after his warmup pitches during the bottom of the fourth inning. The 24-year-old struck out five over three perfect innings before exiting. His issue isn't considered long-term, and he is expected to return before Spring Training starts, but his 2022 season is over. Cabrera owned a 3.01 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 75 strikeouts across 71 23 innings in 2022.
Edward Cabrera Set To Start On Saturday
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Edward Cabrera (ankle) is in line to start on Saturday vs. the Milwaukee Brewers. The lanky hurler left his last start early after twisting his ankle while fielding a bunt in the fourth inning against the Nationals. He will most likely be on a pitch count as this will be his final start of the season and the Marlins won't want to push him too hard. The 24-year-old Cabrera owns a 6-4 record, 3.15 ERA, 1.12 WHIP, and 70:33 K/BB ratio over 68 2/3 innings (13 starts). He's a name to keep an eye on in fantasy drafts next season.
Avisail Garcia, Joey Wendle Back From IL, Garrett Cooper To IL
The Miami Marlins activated outfielder Avisail Garcia (hamstring), infielder Joey Wendle (hamstring) and pitcher Tommy Nance (groin) from the injured list on Thursday. The Marlins also placed infielder/outfielder Garrett Cooper (pinkie) on the 10-day injured list with a pinkie fracture and Steven Okert (triceps) on the 15-day injured list with left triceps tightness. Jesus Sanchez was recalled and Jerar Encarnacion and Luke Williams were optioned to Triple-A Jacksonville. Garcia is starting in right field and batting cleanup on Thursday, while Wendle is at the 6 and hitting seventh against Milwaukee Brewers left-hander Eric Lauer. With less than a week left in the regular season, Cooper's 2022 campaign will come to an end.
Sixto Sanchez To Have Another Shoulder Surgery
Miami Marlins right-hander Sixto Sanchez (shoulder) is scheduled to undergo arthroscopic right shoulder surgery conducted by Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Oct. 5, but the Marlins anticipate him being ready for spring training next year. Hopefully this procedure will put the 24-year-old Dominican back on track to pitch for the Fish in 2023, as he's missed the last two seasons with his shoulder injury. In his rookie year in 2020, he went 3-2 with a 3.46 ERA (3.50 FIP), a 1.20 WHIP, 33 strikeouts and 11 walks in 39 innings pitched over seven starts.
Garrett Cooper Fractures Left Pinkie Tuesday
Miami Marlins first baseman/outfielder Garrett Cooper (pinkie) fractured his fifth metacarpal on his left hand in the fifth inning of Tuesday's 6-4 win over the Mets, per Miami Herald's Jordan McPherson. Cooper was hit by a pitch in the top of the fifth inning and went 1-for-2 with a single and a strikeout before being replaced by Charles Leblanc. This will likely be the end of Cooper's season, who slashed .261/.337/.415 with nine home runs and 50 RBI in 469 plate appearances. The 31-year-old has played well when healthy but has endured numerous injuries over the past several seasons.
Avisail Garcia Has A Hit In First Rehab Game
Miami Marlins outfielder Avisail Garcia (hamstring) went 1-for-3 with a walk and a strikeout while serving as the designated hitter in his first minor league rehab game with Triple-A Jacksonville on Monday. Barring a setback on what will likely be a short rehab assignment in the minors, Garcia should return from the injured list at some point this week to finish off the 2022 regular season in the big leagues. After hitting a career-high 29 home runs with the Milwaukee Brewers last year, the 31-year-old Venezuelan slugger has disappointed with the Fish and is currently batting .230/.267/.316 with only seven home runs, 31 RBI, 29 runs scored and four stolen bases in 339 at-bats.
Avisail Garcia To Begin Rehab Assignment Monday
Miami Marlins outfielder Avisail Garcia (hamstring) and right-hander Tommy Nance (groin) will start a minor league rehab assignment on Monday with Triple-A Jacksonville. As long as Garcia doesn't suffer any setbacks in the minors, he should be able to rejoin the Fish for the final few days of the 2022 regular season. The 31-year-old has been on the shelf for the last two weeks with a left hamstring strain, but he's getting closer to returning to the starting lineup. Garcia has been a disappointment in his first year in Miami with a .230/.267/.316 slash line, seven home runs, 31 RBI, 29 runs scored and four stolen bases in 93 games after hitting a career-high 29 long balls last year for the Milwaukee Brewers.
Edward Cabrera Leaves Early With Ankle Injury
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Edward Cabrera (ankle) has left Sunday's start early after twisting his right ankle while fielding a bunt in the fourth inning. Cabrera threw some warmup pitches after the injury occurred, according to beat writer Christina De Nicola, but he was pulled from the contest anyway. Cabrera surrendered two earned runs to go along with three punchouts over 3 2/3 innings before leaving the game. The team should provide an update on his status shortly. Jeff Brigham has taken over for the Marlins.
Joey Wendle Expects To Return This Season
Miami Marlins infielder Joey Wendle (hamstring) will resume running on Friday and said he expects to return this season despite going on the injured list for a hamstring injury. Wendle was put on the injured list on Monday with left hamstring tendonitis, and he'll be eligible to return on Sept. 29. But with so little time left in the regular season, fantasy managers in single-year leagues can likely toss him aside to the waiver wire the rest of the way. The 32-year-old left-handed hitter had trouble staying healthy in his first year in Miami, and he currently has a slash line of .258/.297/.366 with only three home runs, 31 RBI, 26 runs scored and 12 stolen bases in his 325 at-bats.
Joey Wendle Placed On Injured List
The Miami Marlins placed infielder Joey Wendle (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list on Thursday with left hamstring tendonitis. The Fish also put left-hander Trevor Rogers (lat) on the 15-day injured list with a left lat strain and recalled pitchers Braxton Garrett and Peyton Burdick from Triple-A Jacksonville. Garrett will likely start on Friday. Wendle's IL stint is retroactive to Sept. 19. The 32-year-old veteran had missed the team's last three games, and with time running out in the 2022 season, he may have played his last game in 2022. Expect to see Jordan Groshans and Charles Leblanc battle for playing time in Miami's infield with Wendle on the shelf. Wendle has played in only 95 games in his first year in Miami, hitting .258/.297/.366 with only three home runs, 31 RBI, 26 runs and 12 stolen bases in 348 plate appearances.
Trevor Rogers Shut Down For The Year
Miami Marlins left-hander Trevor Rogers (lat) said he has a Grade 1 lat strain that will end his 2022 season. Rogers injured his lat last Saturday in his start against the Washington Nationals, and it will end up being his last action of the season. The 24-year-old southpaw had a really disappointing season after posting a career-low 2.64 ERA and 1.15 WHIP in his All-Star campaign in 2021. In 23 starts in 2022, Rogers went 4-11 with a 5.47 ERA (4.35 WHIP), a 1.50 WHIP, 106 strikeouts and 45 walks in 107 innings pitched. He should have a relatively normal offseason to make some adjustments as he looks to bounce back in 2023.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. Played Through Torn Meniscus
Miami Marlins shortstop Jazz Chisholm Jr. (knee, back) underwent surgery to repair a torn meniscus Friday. He had been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a stress fracture in his back. The 24-year-old also played through a torn meniscus and underwent surgery on Friday. He is expected to be ready by Spring Training. Chisholm slashed .254/.325/.535 with 14 home runs, 45 RBI, 39 runs, and 12 stolen bases over 60 games in 2022.
Trevor Rogers Lifted Early On Saturday
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Trevor Rogers (lat) was unable to get through Saturday's game against the Washington Nationals. The 24-year-old was lifted in the second inning due to left lat discomfort. The left-hander gave up three hits and two runs before exiting with the team trainers. It's uncertain if Rogers is going to be placed on the injured list, but he has been struggling anyway. Fantasy managers can go ahead and avoid Rogers in most fantasy formats.
Joey Wendle Retreats To The Bench
Miami Marlins infielder Joey Wendle (core) is not in the starting lineup on Thursday against the Philadelphia Phillies in the series finale. Wendle is dealing with a minor right core issue and is expected to return to the lineup at some point this weekend. He last played on Monday. With Wendle still sideline, rookie Jordan Groshans is making his third start at the keystone on Thursday and will hit eighth in the batting order against Phillies right-hander Noah Syndergaard. Groshans will be making only his third major-league start after recently being called up from the minors. So far, he's gone 3-for-6 with three singles. The 22-year-old has become a hit-over-power prospect, but he's worth adding in deeper leagues if he continues to play regularly to close out the 2022 season.
Avisail Garcia Heads To Injured List
The Miami Marlins placed outfielder Avisail Garcia (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday and called up infield prospect Jordan Groshans from Triple-A Jacksonville in a corresponding move. With time running out in the regular season, there's a good chance we won't see Garcia again in 2022. He's hit a disappointing .230/.267/.316 with seven home runs, 31 RBI, 29 runs scored and four stolen bases in 359 plate appearances over 93 games in his first year in Miami after clubbing a career-high 29 home runs and driving in 86 in 2021 with the Milwaukee Brewers. With the 31-year-old veteran on the shelf, Jerar Encarnacion and Bryan De La Cruz will battle for more playing time in the outfield.
Anthony Bender Has Tommy John Surgery
Miami Marlins relief pitcher Anthony Bender (elbow) had Tommy John surgery on Aug. 30 in Los Angeles. His rehab was moved from Jupiter, Fla., to Miami on Sept. 9. He exited an outing after just five pitches on Aug. 13 and was placed on the injured list on Aug. 14. There's a good chance that the 27-year-old right-hander won't pitch at all in the majors in 2023 after having elbow reconstruction. Before his injury last month, Bender had a 3.26 ERA (4.78 FIP), a 1.29 WHIP, six saves and 17 strikeouts in 19 1/3 relief innings in just his second major league season.
Braxton Garrett Scheduled To Start Game 2 Monday
Miami Marlins left-hander Braxton Garrett (oblique) rejoined the team on Sept. 9 after starting a minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Jacksonville on Sept. 7, when he allowed one run on one hit over 3 1/3 innings, striking out three and walking none on 46 pitches. The Marlins have Garrett listed as the Game 2 starter for a doubleheader on Monday against the Texas Rangers, so he'll be activated from the injured list on Monday. The 25-year-old southpaw went on the IL on Aug. 20 with a right oblique strain. Because he only threw 45 pitches in one rehab start, he'll likely be on a short leash in his first start back on Monday, making him a risky option for starting fantasy lineups. In his 13 starts for Miami this year, Garrett has been solid, posting a 3.67 ERA (3.47 FIP), a 1.21 WHIP, 71 strikeouts and 17 walks in 68 2/3 innings in his third season with Miami.
Jorge Soler's Season Likely Over
Miami Marlins outfielder Jorge Soler (back) is unlikely to return before the end of the season, according to manager Don Mattingly. Soler recently completed baseball activities in Florida, including taking batting practice on the field on Aug. 29 and hitting in a simulated game on Sept. 3, had his rehab moved to Miami on Sept. 9. He last played in a major league game on July 22, when he was removed due to back stiffness. "Soli's kind of been a little bit 'feel 100 percent, feel 100 percent, feel a little something, feel 100 percent, feel 100 percent, feels a little something,'" Mattingly said. "It seems like [a return this season] is probably out the window, too." The 30-year-old Cuban slugger has hit just .207/.295/.400 with 13 homers, 34 RBI and 32 runs scored in 270 at-bats for Miami this season. He can be dropped in redraft leagues.
Avisail Garcia Remains Out For Game 1 Monday
Miami Marlins outfielder Avisail Garcia (hamstring) remains out of the starting lineup on Monday for the first game of a doubleheader against the Texas Rangers. Garcia is dealing with a hamstring injury that previously put him on the injured list for a month, and he aggravated the injury on Saturday. For now, fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day with left hamstring discomfort, but if he doesn't return to the lineup soon, he might have to be shut down for the rest of the season. Jerar Encarnacion is starting in right field and hitting eighth, while Garrett Cooper is serving as the designated hitter and batting third for Game 1 on Monday against Rangers right-hander Glenn Otto.
Avisail Garcia Leaves With Hamstring Discomfort
Miami Marlins outfielder Avisail Garcia departed Saturday's contest in the first inning after experiencing discomfort in his left hamstring. He recently returned from the IL after missing a month of action with a strain to the same hamstring, so it's a bit concerning that he got lifted after playing one half-inning in right field. Perhaps the club is just playing it cautious with Garcia, but look for an update on his status prior to Sunday's finale versus the Mets.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. Won't Return This Season
Miami Marlins infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (back) has been ruled out for the remainder of the season. He has been sidelined since June 29 with a stress fracture in his back. The 24-year-old won't be activated from the injured list and will not return in 2022. He slashed .254/.325/.535 with 14 home runs, 45 RBI, 39 runs, and 12 stolen bases over 60 games in 2022. Chisholm will focus on a full recovery and should be 100% healthy heading into Spring Training in 2023.
Avisail Garcia Activated From Injured List
The Miami Marlins activated outfielder Avisail Garcia (hamstring) from the injured list on Tuesday and optioned Peyton Burdick to Triple-A Jacksonville in a corresponding move. Garcia will immediately return to the starting lineup on Tuesday against Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Aaron Nola, as he's starting in right field and hitting cleanup. The 31-year-old veteran will be playing in his first major league game since Aug. 2, but he did get six minor league games to shake the rust off before he was reinstated. Garcia will return to being Miami's regular right fielder to close out the 2022 season. In 323 at-bats this year, he's slashing .232/.269/.322 with seven long balls, 30 RBI, 29 runs scored and four stolen bases.
Jon Berti Returns Against Phillies
Miami Marlins second baseman Jon Berti (hip) is back at second base and is hitting leadoff on Tuesday against Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Aaron Nola. Berti missed almost a full week with a hip injury, but he'll return to face the Phils on Tuesday. The 32-year-old has mostly been useful in fantasy for his speed, as he leads baseball with 32 stolen bases in 75 games played this year. Overall, he's slashing .259/.349/.365 with only three home runs, 21 RBI and 35 runs scored in 292 plate appearances. His fantasy managers will be hoping he can finish the season strong after he hit just .222 (14-for-63) with a homer, two RBI, three runs scored, four steals and 16 strikeouts in 17 games in August.
Jon Berti Exits With Hip Soreness
Miami Marlins infielder/outfielder Jon Berti (hip) was removed from Wednesday's loss to the Tampa Bay Rays with right hip soreness. He went 2-for-4 with a home run and a steal before exiting during the eighth inning of Wednesday's game. The 32-year-old is considered day-to-day. Miami is off on Thursday; Berti's next chance to return to the lineup will be Friday against the Atlanta Braves. He is a vital asset in 5x5 rotisserie leagues and leads the majors with 32 stolen bases. Luke Williams replaced Berti in Wednesday's contest. Williams would handle third-base duties and see an uptick in playing time if Berti misses any games.
Trevor Rogers Activated And Starting Wednesday
The Miami Marlins activated left-hander Trevor Rogers (back) from the 15-day injured list on Wednesday, and he's starting on the mound against the Tampa Bay Rays. Jake Fishman was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. We don't recommend Rogers for fantasy lineups on Wednesday in his first start in the majors in over a month. The 24-year-old southpaw didn't look good on his minor league rehab assignment, either, until his most recent outing for Triple-A Jacksonville when he struck out 12 in six innings. An All-Star in 2021, Rogers has been disappointing for his fantasy managers this year with a 4-10 record, 5.85 ERA (4.58 FIP), 1.59 WHIP, 83 strikeouts and 41 walks in 87 2/3 innings over 19 starts.
Trevor Rogers Could Return Wednesday
Miami Marlins left-hander Trevor Rogers (back) is back with the team after he struck out 12 in six hitless and scoreless innings in his latest minor league rehab start last Thursday, and he threw a bullpen session on Sunday. Rogers said he's feeling the best he has, and his spot in the rotation would come up on Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Rays. The 24-year-old southpaw was placed on the 15-day injured list on July 29 with lower-back spasms, but he looked like his old self in his latest rehab start. Rogers was an All-Star for the first time in 2021, but he's disappointed this year with a 5.85 ERA (4.59 FIP), a 1.59 WHIP and an 83:41 K:BB in 87 2/3 innings over 19 starts. He'll be a shaky fantasy play on Wednesday against Tampa if he indeed gets the nod.
Trevor Rogers Tosses Six Shutout Innings In Rehab Start
Miami Marlins left-hander Trevor Rogers (back) looked great in his minor league rehab start for Triple-A Jacksonville on Friday. He threw six shutout innings without allowing a hit while walking one and striking out 12. It was a nice bounce-back outing after he gave up five runs in just two innings in his first start for Jacksonville last week. The 24-year-old southpaw has had a rough season in the big leagues in 2022 with a 4-10 record, 5.85 ERA (4.58 FIP), a 1.59 WHIP and an 83:41 K:BB in 87 2/3 innings over 19 starts. Rogers made the All-Star team last year and had a pristine 2.64 ERA in 25 starts, so he's been a massive disappointment this season. He'll be hoping for a strong start to the season at least, but fantasy managers shouldn't get their hopes up.
Garrett Cooper Begins Rehab Assignment
Miami Marlins first baseman/outfielder Garrett Cooper (concussion) started a minor league rehab assignment with Single-A Jupiter on Tuesday. Manager Don Mattingly said the plan is for Cooper to play three days in a row before being evaluated. Mattingly doesn't think Cooper will need much more time than that, as he has recovered from his concussion symptoms quickly. The 31-year-old could be back in Miami's lineup by early next week, barring any setbacks. The first-time All-Star should return to a regular role in Miami once he's ready after hitting .269/.345/.415 with seven home runs, 42 RBI and 28 runs scored in 368 plate appearances over 94 games with the Fish before suffering a head injury last week.
Garrett Cooper Lands On Concussion IL
Miami Marlins first baseman Garrett Cooper (concussion) was placed on the seven-day concussion injured list on Friday. Cooper was hit in the head by a pitch back on Tuesday and is still experiencing concussion symptoms. The Marlins recalled outfielder Jerar Encarnacion from Triple-A to take Cooper's spot on the roster. Cooper is hitting .269 with seven homers, 28 runs, and 42 RBI over 94 games in 2022.
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