San Diego Padres’ ace Yu Darvish will miss the entire 2026 MLB season after undergoing UCL brace surgery on his throwing arm. The 39-year-old right-hander, who was limited by injuries in 2025, shared the news on social media, stating he’ll focus on rehabilitation. Darvish’s surgery comes after a challenging 2025 season where he posted a 5.38 ERA in 15 starts. With a 12-15 month recovery timeline, Darvish aims to return in 2027, which would mark his 14th MLB season. The Japanese star has been a 5-time All-Star and Cy Young contender throughout his career.
In this video, we break down:
– Details of Yu Darvish’s elbow surgery and recovery timeline
– Impact of Darvish’s absence on the San Diego Padres
– Highlights from Darvish’s 2025 season and postseason performance
– Darvish’s illustrious MLB career and future prospects
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