Grayson Rodriguez

Even if Rodriguez throws a bullpen session within the next week as he's targeting, a return is still multiple weeks away. He has been dealing with right shoulder inflammation and "dead arm" since mid-March and is currently throwing up to 150 feet.

Fantasy Impact

Rodriguez said Tuesday he believes he'll be ready to throw off a mound within the week, adding that his recent progress has given him confidence. "The arm is definitely getting strong quick," he said. "With how I've been progressing the last week to two weeks, it's really given me a lot of confidence."

Grayson Rodriguez is playing catch as he continues to deal with dead arm.

Fantasy Impact

Rodriguez has remained with the Angels in Houston. He was placed on the injured list to begin the season and remains without a clear timetable to return.

Grayson Rodriguez will begin the season on the injured list.

Fantasy Impact

Rodriguez is dealing with a dead arm and will require a stint on the injured list. The Los Angeles Angels are taking a cautious approach, as he has not thrown a bullpen yet but has begun playing catch. With Rodriguez sidelined, Ryan Johnson will begin the season in the Angels' starting rotation.

Grayson Rodriguez (arm) is dealing with a 'dead arm' according to Angels' manager, Kurt Suzuki. It's possible that the righthander could be an IL candidate to begin the season.

Fantasy Impact

It doesn't appear to be a major issue at the moment as Rodriguez is still throwing and has not been shut down. However, he will be slowed down and, with Opening Day a week away, the Angels will closely monitor his situation - especially given his health concerns in recent history. The righthander has not made a start in the majors since July 31, 2024 as he dealt primarily with shoulder issues. Rodriguez then underwent elbow debridement surgery in August of last year before being shipped to Los Angeles from Baltimore in a one-for-one deal for Taylor Ward. If Rodriguez is forced to miss time, it gives the Angels' starting rotation even more question marks. Rodriguez is projected to join Jose Soriano, Yusei Kikuchi, Reid Detmers, and Alek Manoah as the starting five with Jack Kochanowicz likely the next in line. Stay tuned.

Grayson Rodriguez recently told reporters that his elbow “feels a lot better,” adding that he’s excited to get back on the mound and aims to make 30 starts this season.

Fantasy Impact

Rodriguez underwent surgery in August 2025 to remove bone chips from his right elbow. He had been dealing with elbow issues dating back to Double-A in 2022 and said the discomfort altered his mechanics, which contributed to lat injuries in 2024 and 2025. Rodriguez threw a bullpen session on Wednesday and said he’s feeling much better. He will look to secure a spot in the Los Angeles Angels rotation this spring.