The Arizona Diamondbacks’ beginning rotation is taking one other big hit.
The Diamondbacks are inserting beginning pitcher Ryne Nelson on the 15-day injured record (retroactive to June 16) with a strained flexor tendon in his elbow. In a corresponding transfer, the Diamondbacks are calling up Yilber Díaz from Triple-A Reno to take Nelson’s place on the energetic roster.
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Nelson final pitched on Monday towards the Los Angeles Angels and was efficient. The right-hander allowed two runs over seven innings of labor, with no walks and 5 strikeouts, whereas scattering 9 hits in what ended up being a no-decision for the 28-year-old.
While Nelson’s flexor tendon is not torn, his timetable, nonetheless, might nonetheless be prolonged in what is a large blow for the D-Backs’ beginning employees.
Arizona is already with out ace Corbin Burnes, who not too long ago suffered a setback in rehab from Tommy John surgical procedure, which is anticipated to maintain him out till a minimum of September. Cristian Mena additionally not too long ago underwent shoulder surgical procedure. The Diamondbacks’ No. 11-ranked prospect has but to pitch this season.
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With Nelson now on the shelf for the foreseeable future, the Diamondbacks might flip to Brandon Pfaadt to take Nelson’s spot within the rotation. Pfaadt was bumped to the bullpen early this season and at one level optioned to Triple-A on account of struggles.
In 15 begins this season, Nelson is 3-5 with a 4.97 ERA, 62 strikeouts and a 1.24 WHIP in 83.1 innings pitched.
The D-Backs start Friday in third place within the NL West at 38-36 and welcome the Minnesota Twins this weekend for a three-game collection. They’re additionally only a half-game out of the third and remaining Wild Card spot within the National League.
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This story was initially printed by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2026, the place it first appeared within the MLB part. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.