Angels beginning pitcher Patrick Sandoval revealed on Monday that he has a torn ulnar collateral ligament and a “fairly excessive grade” flexor tear. He mentioned he’s going to have surgical procedure “as quickly as doable.” Sandoval mentioned he’s undecided but the precise nature of the surgical procedure, however usually a torn UCL results in Tommy John surgical procedure, which might probably hold Sandoval out till 2026. (AP Photograph/Gene J. Puskar)
ANAHEIM — Angels pitcher Patrick Sandoval obtained a number of opinions on his injured elbow, however the information was nonetheless dangerous.
Sandoval revealed on Monday that he has a torn ulnar collateral ligament and a “fairly excessive grade” flexor tear. He mentioned he’s going to have surgical procedure “as quickly as doable.”
Sandoval mentioned he’s undecided but the precise nature of the surgical procedure, however usually a torn UCL results in Tommy John surgical procedure, which might probably have Sandoval out till 2026.
“It sucks,” Sandoval mentioned. “There’s no different method to put it. I really like being out on the sphere. I really like taking part in. It’s simply unlucky.”
Sandoval is just not eligible without cost company till after the 2026 season. He’s arbitration-eligible for every of the subsequent two seasons. The Angels may non-tender him or they might signal him to a multi-year deal at a reduced charge, in an effort to get some manufacturing following his rehab.
For now, Sandoval has to take care of the truth that his disappointing season has come to an finish.
“It’s an extended restoration course of,” Sandoval mentioned. “It sucks, clearly, however I’m going to return again stronger.”
Sandoval, 27, has a 19-45 report and a 4.01 ERA in his profession, however it’s are available two distinctly completely different chapters. In 2021-22, Sandoval had a 3.17 ERA. After a nasty begin in 2023, he completed sturdy and had a 4.11 ERA. Though Sandoval was named the Angels’ Opening Day starter this season, he posted a 5.08 ERA in 16 begins.
He left Friday’s recreation within the third inning when he felt one thing in his elbow. The MRI examination on Saturday confirmed the injury.
“You by no means actually anticipate that form of harm, however you’re conscious of how widespread it’s within the recreation, particularly at this excessive stage with how onerous guys throw,” Sandoval mentioned.
The Angels now have to discover a method to exchange Sandoval within the rotation. They’re nonetheless undecided about who will pitch on Wednesday.
Supervisor Ron Washington mentioned over the weekend that Reid Detmers and Chase Silseth had not but proven sufficient at Triple-A for them to thought of able to return to the majors.
INJURY UPDATES
Third baseman Anthony Rendon, who’s rehabbing from a torn hamstring, ran the bases for the primary time in his rehab on Monday. Rendon has been hitting and doing defensive drills.
Second baseman Brandon Drury was out of the lineup once more due to an higher respiratory virus. Drury went via a exercise earlier than the sport, and Washington mentioned he was out there for the sport.
Proper-hander Adam Cimber threw for the primary time occurring the injured listing with proper shoulder irritation.
Shortstop Zach Neto returned to the lineup after popping out of Saturday’s recreation with a calf contusion.
There was no change in Mike Trout’s exercise. The three-time American League MVP mentioned final week that he’s nonetheless unable to run together with his full weight on a treadmill, which precludes any baseball exercise.
FUTURE MANAGER
Oakland A’s supervisor Mark Kotsay was a participant with the A’s when Washington was the third base coach, and he mentioned he may inform the previous Cal State Fullerton star would turn out to be a supervisor.
Provided that, Washington was requested which Angels participant could possibly be a supervisor. At first he mentioned they’re “too younger” for him to have a good suggestion, however then he got here up with one.
“I’m going to exit on a limb,” Washington mentioned. “If I had to decide on one that may be an amazing supervisor, it might in all probability be (Nolan) Schanuel. He’s obtained the temperament.
“I’m starting to see this child begin to perceive the sport. I’m starting to see it. He asks some actual good questions. He’s now concerned within the recreation. He may not have been as concerned two months in the past. He’s actual concerned now. He’s a really good man.”
NOTES
Left-hander José Suarez cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A. The Angels designated Suarez for task after he posted an 8.15 ERA in 35⅓ innings. …
Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh was a visitor of the Angels on the sphere throughout batting apply. …
Members of the Angels’ Class-A Inland Empire affiliate have been additionally on the sphere throughout a portion of the pregame exercise. Minor league groups are usually off on Mondays.
UP NEXT
Athletics (RHP Mitch Spence, 4-3, 3.86 ERA) at Angels (LHP Tyler Anderson, 6-7, 2.48 ERA), Tuesday, 6:38 p.m., Bally Sports activities West, 830 AM