Edwin Diaz Reveals Timeline for Return from Injury

TL;DR

Edwin Díaz underwent elbow surgery to remove loose bodies and confirmed he will return in the second half of the season. He experienced tightness before the procedure, which led to the diagnosis.

Key points

Edwin Díaz underwent elbow surgery
He had loose bodies in his elbow
Díaz confirmed a second-half return timeline
He experienced tightness before the procedure
The surgery was deemed a best-case scenario

Edwin DíazLos Angeles Dodgers

Mar 31, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Edwin Diaz (3) throws against the Cleveland Guardians during the ninth inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz underwent a procedure on his elbow last Wednesday, and revealed the timeline for his return.

Diaz landed on the injured list with loose bodies in his elbow and immediately underwent a procedure to remove them. Afterwards, he revealed the second-half timeline provided by the Dodgers is accurate.

“I just felt tired, tight,” Díaz said. “I told them, and they sent me to get some (imaging), and the loose body showed up there. And I think that was the best-case scenario, removing it now and being ready for the second half of the season.”

Diaz also elaborated on his symptoms leading up to the diagnosis.

“I knew I had it and never felt something weird with my arm,” Diaz said. “It’s the first time in my career my arm is sore. …My arm was feeling tired and tight. Maybe that’s why the (velocity) was a little bit inconsistent.”