Latest Injury update on Toronto Blue Jays left-hander Ricky Tiedemann
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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider provided an update on left-handed pitching prospect Ricky Tiedemann's progress on Friday.
Spring training is typically a time for players to build momentum heading into the regular season, and for a brief period, Ricky Tiedemann appeared to be doing just that.
However, 10 days after being shut down, the highly regarded prospect has yet to resume throwing.
Speaking with reporters in Dunedin, Fla., Schneider said Tiedemann still has not begun throwing again as he continues to recover from left elbow soreness, according to Sportsnet's Arden Zwelling.
Tiedemann, who underwent Tommy John surgery in 2024 and missed the entire season, was shut down on Feb. 24 after experiencing discomfort during a side session at the Blue Jays' player development complex.
An MRI performed shortly afterward revealed no structural damage, and the initial expectation was that the 22-year-old would be sidelined for at least a week.
Despite the delay, there remains some optimism.
Despite the delay, there remains some optimism.
Schneider said the organization is hopeful Tiedemann could resume throwing within the next few days.
Ricky Tiedemann hasn't resumed throwing yet after being shut down with left elbow soreness 10 days ago. He had an MRI at the time that didn't reveal any structural damage. Blue Jays manager John Schneider: "Hopefully in the next couple of days he should be back at it."
Barring any setbacks, Tiedemann could develop into a high-leverage option out of the bullpen
Injuries have significantly slowed the development of the talented left-hander in recent seasons.
Elbow, biceps, and shoulder issues have limited him to just 61.1 total innings since the beginning of the 2023 campaign.
Before being shut down this spring, Tiedemann had made some encouraging adjustments.
He modified his slider grip in an effort to reduce stress on his elbow and looked noticeably sharper during his second live batting practice session compared to his first.
For the first time in a while, he was beginning to resemble the pitcher who once ranked among the most exciting young arms in baseball.
Given his injury history, the Blue Jays have already decided that Tiedemann will work exclusively as a reliever this season.
Once fully built up, he is expected to pitch in short outings of one to two innings.
From a pure talent standpoint, Tiedemann still has the tools to become an impact major-league pitcher. The key, however, will be staying healthy.
If he can avoid further setbacks and remain on the field, the left-hander could eventually develop into a meaningful high-leverage option for Toronto's bullpen by late 2026.
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