Anthony DeSclafani Out for 2024 Season Following Forearm Surgery
The Minnesota Twins will face the upcoming season without Anthony DeSclafani, who underwent surgery to repair the flexor tendon in his right arm.
- Anthony DeSclafani underwent season-ending surgery to repair the flexor tendon in his right arm, sidelining him for the entire 2024 season and part of the 2025 season.
- The surgery, performed by Dr. Keith Meister, carries an estimated recovery timeline of 13 months.
- DeSclafani's absence poses a challenge for the Twins, who already face concerns regarding their starting rotation's health and depth.
- The Twins acquired DeSclafani in the offseason with hopes he would serve as a fifth starter, but he did not pitch in a Spring Training game due to elbow soreness.
- The team remains vigilant in seeking additional pitching depth but acknowledges challenges given the timing in the season.