Hunter Gaddis

Hunter Gaddis made a rehab appearance on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Gaddis pitched a scoreless inning for Triple-A Columbus. He remains on the injured list with forearm tightness.

The Guardians have placed right-hander Hunter Gaddis on the 15-day injured list due to a right forearm strain.

Fantasy Impact

Gaddis' forearm issue has kept him out of spring action, but he pitched in his second minor league game of the spring on Tuesday. The right-hander regressed from a dominant 2024 in 2025, but still posted a quality 3.11 ERA across 73 appearances, locking down three saves to go along with 35 holds.

Gaddis will make his second minor-league spring training appearance Tuesday as he works back from right forearm tightness. He will open the 2026 season on the injured list.

Fantasy Impact

If his recovery continues on its current path, Gaddis could be looking at a minimum IL stay before rejoining Cleveland's bullpen.

Gaddis dealt with forearm tightness earlier in camp and has since thrown two bullpen sessions. He'll take the next step in his progression Wednesday with a live batting practice session.

Fantasy Impact

Gaddis is working toward returning to a high-leverage setup role behind closer Cade Smith.

Hunter Gaddis threw a bullpen session on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Gaddis has been dealing with forearm tightness early in camp, but was able to complete two bullpen sessions last week. He remains without a clear timeline for return, though there’s a possibility he could be ready for opening day. He is expected to work in a high-leverage role out of the Cleveland Guardians' bullpen this season.