Jose Urquidy

The Tigers announced Tuesday that José Urquidy (elbow) can play catch up to 105 feet three times weekly, per team updates, following his June Tommy John surgery.

Fantasy Impact

Urquidy, post his second Tommy John in June, starts throwing at 105 feet three times a week, per Tuesday’s update, eyeing a Tigers debut in late 2025 on a $1M deal. His recovery has a long road ahead. Fantasy managers in deep dynasty leagues should stash him, banking on his veteran arm for a potential second-half boost if Detroit’s rotation needs depth.

Jose Urquidy has agreed to one-year, $1 million contract with Detroit Tigers the club announced Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Urquidy’s deal includes a club option for 2026 worth $4 million. The right-hander missed the entire 2024 season recovering from Tommy John surgery, but will look to offer manager AJ Hinch another option as part of a revamped Detroit pitching staff led by reigning AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal as the club looks to contend in a wide open AL Central division this upcoming season.

Jose Urquidy underwent successful Tommy John surgery.

Fantasy Impact

Urquidy underwent surgery on Wednesday. He'll look to make a full recovery to return at some point next season.

The Astros have placed Jose Urquidy on the 60-day IL.

Fantasy Impact

The move was made to open a roster spot on the 40-man for Nick Hernandez. Urquidy is set to undergo season-ending surgery.

Jose Urquidy is undergoing season-ending elbow surgery Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Another massive blow for the Astros’ rotation, as Urquidy and Cristian Javier will now both undergoing season-ending surgery. They have not classified the procedure as Tommy John surgery, but Urquidy is likely going to miss a portion of the 2025 season as well.