Luke Weaver RP NYY Wed 8/11/21 7:17 AM
Luke Weaver
RP NYY
Weaver (shoulder) allowed one run on four hits while striking out six over three innings for the Diamondbacks' entry in the Arizona Complex League on Monday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Weaver's fastball lived in the 93-94 mph range, which is right at his season mark. He's expected to pitch at least one more rehab game before a potential return from the injured list. The right-hander is expected to slot into the rotation after Caleb Smith was moved back to the bullpen.
Luke Weaver RP NYY Sun 8/8/21 6:38 AM
Luke Weaver
RP NYY
Weaver (shoulder) is scheduled to pitch in an Arizona Complex League game Sunday.
EDGE Analysis
Weaver threw two simulated innings and a 40-pitch batting-practice session last week and is ready for the next step. The right-hander has been out since mid-May.
Luke Weaver RP NYY Thu 8/5/21 7:46 AM
Luke Weaver
RP NYY
Weaver (shoulder) threw a 40-pitch batting practice session Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Weaver has thrown a couple of times this week, including 35 pitches in a bullpen session Monday. Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo left open the possibility of using him out of the bullpen, which could get him back sooner, but this week's work suggests Weaver is building up his pitch count to be a starter.
Luke Weaver RP NYY Tue 8/3/21 7:59 AM
Luke Weaver
RP NYY
Weaver (shoulder) threw a 35-pitch bullpen session Monday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Weaver's been a forgotten man amid the Diamondbacks' troubles in 2021. Manager Torey Lovullo said the 27-year-old righty is expected to throw a live batting practice session later this week. He hasn't pitched in game action since May 16.
Luke Weaver RP NYY Tue 7/20/21 6:29 AM
Luke Weaver
RP NYY
Weaver (shoulder) completed a 16-pitch bullpen session Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
Weaver has not pitched since May 16 due to a strained right shoulder. Manager Torey Luvullo has left open the possibility of Weaver working as as a reliever later this season, which would allow him to return from the injured list quicker because he wouldn't need to build up his pitch count.
Luke Weaver RP NYY Sat 7/17/21 8:13 AM
Luke Weaver
RP NYY
Weaver (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Saturday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.
EDGE Analysis
This will be Weaver's first session off a mound since he suffered a subscapularis strain in the rotator cuff of his right shoulder. He's one of several injured starters returning to action. Madison Bumgarner returned Friday and Zac Gallen (hamstring) is scheduled to start Saturday. Prior to injuring the shoulder, Weaver had his best two outings of the season.
Luke Weaver RP NYY Thu 5/27/21 7:33 PM
Luke Weaver
RP NYY
Weaver (shoulder) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Weaver will be shut down for at least a month after he was diagnosed with a subscapularis strain in the rotator cuff of his right shoulder Thursday. Since he'll require time to build up after his period of rest, it's not very surprising to see him placed on the 60-day IL. Left-hander Ryan Buchter's contract was selected by Arizona as part of a corresponding move.
Luke Weaver RP NYY Thu 5/27/21 4:45 AM
Luke Weaver
RP NYY
Weaver has a subscapularis strain in the rotator cuff of his right shoulder, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Weaver will not throw for at least one month. If he begins throwing after a month, it could take another month to get ready for game action. Weaver left a start May 16 with tightness in his shoulder and has been seeking multiple opinions from doctors on his MRI results. He shouldn't be expected to return from the 10-day injured list until after the All-Star break.
Luke Weaver RP NYY Fri 5/21/21 7:36 PM
Luke Weaver
RP NYY
Weaver (shoulder) is awaiting a second opinion, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
It's hard to say when Weaver will be able to return, but there should be more clarification when the results of this second opinion are known. His injury is currently being labeled as shoulder discomfort.
Luke Weaver RP NYY Tue 5/18/21 6:54 PM
Luke Weaver
RP NYY
Weaver (shoulder) was placed on the injured list Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Weaver hoped to not miss a turn in the rotation after exiting his Sunday start with shoulder discomfort, but the Diamondbacks evidently had other ideas. His optimism suggests he isn't in for a long absence, though the team has yet to provide a timeline for his return. Corbin Martin was recalled in a corresponding move and will start Tuesday against the Dodgers.