Overview
- Díaz, 32, will have loose bodies removed from his right elbow at Kerlan-Jobe on Wednesday, the team said Monday, with a return targeted for the second half of the season.
- 'Loose bodies' are small pieces of bone or cartilage that float in a joint and can snag movement or cause pain, which teams often address with arthroscopic cleanup.
- The move followed Sunday’s meltdown at Coors Field, where Díaz allowed three runs without recording an out, leaving him with a 10.50 ERA in seven appearances.
- Reports and team comments highlight a sharp dip in his fastball, averaging about 95.7 mph this year and dropping to 92.8 mph on Sunday, which manager Dave Roberts called concerning.
- Los Angeles recalled left-hander Jake Eder from Triple-A Oklahoma City and plans to spread late-inning work among options such as Tanner Scott, Alex Vesia and others while Díaz recovers.