Andrew Walters

Walters had lat surgery last year and has been building back through bullpen sessions and flat-ground throws from 120-150 feet. He's scheduled for a live batting practice session Wednesday as his next step in the progression.

Fantasy Impact

Walters will miss the start of the regular season with a potential return sometime in May.

Andrew Walters has begun throwing bullpen sessions and tossing from 90–120 feet on flat ground. Despite the progress in his recovery from right lat surgery, he will miss the start of the 2026 season.

Fantasy Impact

Walters underwent lat surgery in June 2025 and continues to rehab in camp. While he is scheduled to begin throwing live batting practice in the second half of March, he still has a ways to go before returning to game action and will start the season on the injured list.

Andrew Walters is throwing bullpen sessions and responding well. He is expected to throw live batting practice in the second half of March.

Fantasy Impact

Walters is recovering from right lat surgery he underwent in June 2025. He was limited to 12 appearances with Triple-A Columbus last season, posting a 1.50 ERA and 1.17 WHIP. He will miss the start of the regular season.

Andrew Walters underwent right shoulder surgery on Monday to repair his lat muscle.

Fantasy Impact

Walters was placed on the injured list last week. He does not have a clear timetable to return.

The Cleveland Guardians placed Andrew Walters on the 15-day IL with a right lat strain.

Fantasy Impact

Walters suffered a lat injury during Friday’s outing against the Los Angeles Angels and will undergo an MRI to assess the severity. In a corresponding move, Nic Enright was recalled from Triple-A Columbus and is expected to serve as a middle reliever.