Jonathan Loaisiga

Jonathan Loaisiga is set to begin a throwing program on Monday as he works back from shoulder discomfort as reported by MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch.

Fantasy Impact

Loaisiga has been shut down since late-May as he deals with shoulder discomfort. Loaisiga returned to the team from Nicaragua on Sunday where he had been handling a family issue. A firmer timetable will be possible after Loaisiga resumes throwing but barring any setbacks, he could return in late-June/early-July. July is more likely since the righty hasn’t thrown in nearly two weeks. The 27-year-old had really carved out a role in a stellar Yankees bullpen prior to his shoulder issues so he should slot back into a bullpen that is in the verge of getting closer Aroldis Chapman as well. Monitor Loaisiga’s progress once he starts throwing again on Monday.

Yankees relief pitcher Jonathan Loaisiga was placed on the 15-day IL Wednesday with shoulder discomfort.

Fantasy Impact

New York has been decimated in recent days with injuries. On Tuesday, closer Aroldis Chapman was put on the IL. DJ LeMahieu is dealing with a wrist injury and Giancarlo Stanton went for an MRI on his injured calf Wednesday. The Yankees are still holding onto first place in the AL East, but have lost four of their last six games.

The Yankees placed Jonathan Loaisiga on the 10-day IL with a rotator cuff strain.

Fantasy Impact

This is a huge blow to the Yankees, as they recently (again) lost Zack Britton, and have been dealing with inconsistency from Aroldis Chapman and Chad Green. Loaisiga had been a rock in the bullpen, with nine wins, five saves, and a 2.25 ERA. He won't throw for 10 days which, realistically, means he'll likely only be able to return for the last week or so of the season, assuming he has no setbacks. Fantasy managers can move on in redraft leagues.

Jonathan Loaisiga gave up three hits over two scoreless innings to record his fifth save of the season during a 5-3 win over the Red Sox in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader. He struck out three without walking a batter.

Fantasy Impact

Loaisiga picked up his fifth save in eight opportunities on the season and also has 15 holds. The Yankees have been mixing and matching in the closer role while Aroldis Chapman (elbow) remains sidelined and Loaisiga may see some more chances.

Jonathan Loaisiga fired a perfect ninth inning on Saturday, protecting a one-run lead against the Mariners to record his fourth save of the season.

Fantasy Impact

Loaisiga picked up the save opportunity on Saturday with regular closer Aroldis Chapman going on the injured list. The 26-year-old righty figures to split save chances with Chad Green moving forward until Chapman is able to return.