The New York Yankees announced that their prized right‑handed pitching prospect Carlos Lagrange is dealing with a right shoulder capsular sprain, a injury that will shut down his throwing program for about six weeks.
That timeline means the 2026 MLB debut he was slated for will likely be delayed, with the earliest realistic return projected for mid‑August, just as the season is entering its second half.
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Club officials have indicated they may experiment with Lagrange in a relief capacity, a move that could accelerate his comeback but also carries the risk of overtaxing an already compromised shoulder.
Lagrange’s early transition to the Triple‑A bullpen showed promise; in his first six relief appearances he posted a 3.00 ERA, surrendering only three earned runs while striking out a handful of batters.
However, his most recent outing on June 28 proved more challenging, as he gave up five runs and recorded just two outs before exiting the game, raising questions about his readiness for high‑leverage situations.
Yankees manager Meredith Marakovits said the organization will monitor his recovery closely, noting that unless his progress exceeds expectations, the team will likely continue to move forward without him for the remainder of the season.