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Guardians' Lane Thomas to See Specialist With Foot Surgery on the Table

Conservative treatments failed to calm his plantar fasciitis, with a procedure expected to require about three months of recovery.

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Apr 6, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Cleveland Guardians center fielder Lane Thomas (8) hits a sacrifice RBI against the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Thomas has been sidelined since early July and has appeared in 39 games this season.
  • He said cortisone and other injections brought only temporary relief, with pain returning during a recent rehab attempt.
  • A consultation with a foot specialist in Indianapolis is set for next week to determine next steps.
  • Thomas estimates surgery would lead to roughly a three-month timeline to be fully cleared, though recovery can vary.
  • The foot issue traces to a heel bone bruise after last year's trade to Cleveland, and his 2025 also included an April wrist bone bruise from a hit-by-pitch.