Welinton Herrera

Welinton Herrera will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery.

Fantasy Impact

Herrera, the Colorado Rockies’ No. 14 prospect, was initially placed on the injured list with elbow inflammation before an MRI revealed a tear. He could undergo surgery as early as July 1 and is expected to miss at least the first half of the 2027 season. He closed the 2026 season without allowing a run over 2.1 innings with the Rockies, while posting a 5.16 ERA and 1.72 WHIP across 22.2 innings with Triple-A Albuquerque.

Welinton Herrera is receiving a second opinion on his UCL tear.

Fantasy Impact

Herrera, the Colorado Rockies’ No. 14 prospect, was originally placed on the injured list with elbow inflammation before an MRI revealed a tear. He is currently seeking a second opinion, with next steps expected to be announced in the coming days. In Triple-A Albuquerque, he posted a 5.16 ERA across 16 appearances this season while striking out 34 batters over 22.2 innings.

Welinton Herrera (elbow) has been transferred to the 60-day IL by the Colorado Rockies. The move allows an open spot on the 40-man roster for righthander TJ Shook, who was called up on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Herrera was just called up on Memorial Day and pitched three scoreless appearances to begin his big league career before landing on the injured list. Rockies manager Warren Schaeffer has said that the young lefthander has been diagnosed with a torn UCL and will miss the remainder of the season. Herrera, the #10 prospect in the Rockies' organization will look to return to the staff at some point next season.

The Rockies placed Welinton Herrera on the 15-day injured list with left elbow inflammation.

Fantasy Impact

Herrera will be sidelined for at least the next couple of weeks. Ryan Feltner was activated from the IL as the corresponding move.

The Rockies recalled LHP Welinton Herrera from Triple-A Albuquerque.

Fantasy Impact

Herrera earns his first opportunity in the majors. He'll step into a middle-relief role.