Reynaldo Lopez
SP - Atlanta Braves
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Reynaldo Lopez (shoulder) has begun throwing.
Fantasy Impact
Lopez, an All-Star for the Braves last year, made just one start this season (March 28) before requiring arthroscopic shoulder surgery. It's been a long recovery process for Lopez, but he recently started playing catch, which is at least something positive. He still has no reported timetable to return.
Reynaldo Lopez underwent arthroscopic shoulder surgery on Tuesday, a clean-up procedure, and will be shut down until his re-evaluation in July.
Fantasy Impact
Lopez's shoulder surgery revealed no structural damage, requiring only a clean-up procedure. While he'll be unable to throw until at least July, the Atlanta Braves remain open to the possibility of him pitching again late this season.
Right-hander Reynaldo Lopez (shoulder) is scheduled to undergo arthroscopic right shoulder surgery Tuesday, manager Brian Snitker told Justin Toscano of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Friday. The full extent of the damage won't be known until after the procedure, but Lopez was already placed on the 60-day injured list.
Fantasy Impact
The surgery confirms Lopez will be sidelined long-term, likely until the second half at best, pending Tuesday's findings. Given the lengthy absence and uncertainty, he can be safely dropped in all redraft formats.
The Atlanta Braves have placed right-hander Reynaldo Lopez on the 60-day injured list following shoulder surgery.
Fantasy Impact
It's unclear how much time Lopez will miss after surgery to asses potential structural damage in his right shoulder. For now, he is worthy of an injury stash in redraft leagues until more clarity on the situation reveals itself.
Reynaldo Lopez will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder.
Fantasy Impact
Imaging on Lopez's right shoulder revealed only inflammation, but he will undergo surgery to assess potential structural damage. A clearer timetable for his return will likely emerge post-surgery, though he is expected to be sidelined for at least a couple of months.
