John Rooney

The Rays reassigned LHP John Rooney to minor league camp.

Fantasy Impact

Rooney was one of five players reassigned as roster moves begin for Tampa Bay. He did not make an appearance in the big league spring training camp.

The Tampa Bay Rays signed John Rooney (elbow) to a minor-league deal on November 15. The left-hander elected free agency earlier this month after being removed from the Houston Astros' 40-man roster.

Fantasy Impact

Rooney underwent elbow surgery in September, though the specific nature of the procedure and his recovery timeline are unclear. He made one appearance for Houston in 2025 but spent the majority of the season at Triple-A, where he posted a 2.56 ERA and a 55:24 K:BB ratio across 38.2 innings.

The Astros designated LHP John Rooney for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Rooney was one of five players DFA'd by Houston. He will likely clear waivers.

John Rooney underwent elbow surgery to clean up bone spurs and repair lateral epicondylitis.

Fantasy Impact

While Rooney is expected to be available to pitch in 2026, the Houston Astros have not provided a definitive timeline for his return. The team will likely wait to see how his rehab progresses before offering a more concrete timeline.

John Rooney will undergo surgery on his left elbow this week.

Fantasy Impact

Rooney, who had already been ruled out for the rest of the regular season, has now opted to undergo surgery. The specific type of procedure is currently unclear, but it could affect his availability for the start of the 2026 season.