Pablo Lopez

Pablo Lopez threw on the field on August 28.

Fantasy Impact

Lopez has been throwing from 45 feet and is on a three-times-a-week throwing program.

Pablo Lopez played catch on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Lopez López resumed throwing for the first time since undergoing season-ending Tommy John surgery. He is hopeful to be ready for early next season.

Lopez (elbow) had Tommy John surgery on his right elbow in 2013. He underwent UCL repair surgery with an internal brace on Wednesday, avoiding a full reconstructive procedure.

Fantasy Impact

The 2026 season is lost for Lopez. He is scheduled to consult with his surgeon in five to six months, at which point a follow-up MRI will determine if he has healed sufficiently to start a throwing program. Head trainer Nick Paparesta said the surgery was successful. Minnesota is optimistic the internal brace approach will accelerate Lopez's recovery timeline and position him for the start of the 2027 season.

Pablo Lopez (elbow) will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery for the Minnesota Twins according to Aaron Gleeman.

Fantasy Impact

Lopez entered the spring looking to lead a Minnesota pitching staff counting on the right-hander to be one of the few stable options for new manager Derek Shelton. Joe Ryan likely moves up to the No. 1 spot in an underwhelming Twins rotation entering the regular season.

Pablo Lopez has a tear in his UCL and Tommy John surgery is on the table.

Fantasy Impact

It is a brutal break for Lopez with the start of the season around the corner. He will get a second opinion, but Tommy John surgery seems likely.