2B,3B,SS,CF - Detroit Tigers IL60
- Age 33
- Bats: R
- Throws: R
Availability
Javier Baez was transferred to the 60-day injured list on Thursday.
Fantasy Impact
Baez has been on the shelf since April 29th with an ankle sprain and seems to be progressing more slowly than expected. The veteran shut down his rehab process last week, and he has now been moved to the 60-day IL to make room for James Outman, who was claimed off waivers on Thursday.
Javier Baez (ankle) will shut down his rehab process for an unspecified length of time.
Fantasy Impact
Baez met with a specialist Monday who recommended the versatile veteran take a break from his rehab. Baez suffered an ankle sprain just over a month ago and has been out ever since. Manager A.J. Hinch said Baez is "just not progress very quickly."
Javier Baez is slated to be re-evaluated by a specialist in the near future for further evaluation on his sprained right ankle.
Fantasy Impact
Baez is dealing with an ankle sprain that hasn't healed as quickly as the team hoped. He remains without a clear timetable to return for now.
Javier Baez is scheduled to start defensive drills this weekend.
Fantasy Impact
Baez is currently completing a hitting and running progression as he recovers from a right ankle sprain and will now incorporate defensive drills into his rehab. He could be activated from the injured list in late May or early June.
Javier Baez has started a hitting progression.
Fantasy Impact
Baez is working his way back from a right ankle sprain. He remains without a clear timetable to return.
