Enmanuel Valdez

Enmanuel Valdez is playing catch out to 120-130 feet.

Fantasy Impact

While Valdez will not begin to hit until the offseason, he is expected to be at PNC Park this weekend and could begin fielding ground balls.

Enmanuel Valdez is playing catch out to 110 feet.

Fantasy Impact

Valdez, who underwent surgery in May for a dislocated left shoulder, continues to progress well in his recovery. He has begun throwing, but is not expected to start hitting until the offseason.

Enmanuel Valdez is playing catch out to 105 feet.

Fantasy Impact

Valdez, who underwent surgery in May for a dislocated left shoulder, continues to progress well. While he has started throwing, he will not begin hitting until the offseason. The Pittsburgh Pirates had hoped he could play in games as soon as October, but that is now in question.

Enmanuel Valdez is making solid progress in his recovery from season-ending surgery on his dislocated left shoulder and may have a chance to play winter ball.

Fantasy Impact

Valdez had season-ending surgery in May and remains on track for a six-month recovery timeline. He finished the 2025 season with a .209/.294/.363 slash line over 31 games.

Pirates infielder Enmanuel Valdez has begun upper-level strength and conditioning rehab exercises as he works back from left shoulder surgery.

Fantasy Impact

Valdez is still out for the 2025 season and has a rough six-month timeline to return. He hit .209 with two homers in 31 games before hitting the shelf.