Ahmed (shoulder) said Wednesday that he recently received a pair of cortisone shots, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ahmed has been dealing with shoulder discomfort this week, and he'll be unable to throw or hit for 10 days following his cortisone shots. As a result, the 32-year-old won't be available for Opening Day, but it's not yet clear whether he'll wind up on the injured list to begin the season. Geraldo Perdomo and Sergio Alcantara should fill in at shortstop while Ahmed is sidelined.

Ahmed (shoulder) has not been ruled out for Opening Day, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

An MRI of the shoulder did not yield a clear diagnosis, so Ahmed is choosing to rehab the shoulder for now. The injury bothers him more hitting than it does throwing, and if it lessens, he could play Opening Day. The shoulder has been bothersome since 2020, and if that doesn't cause fantasy managers to pause, the news that it impacts his swing should.

Ahmed's MRI on his right shoulder was inconclusive Monday, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The shortstop battled shoulder soreness late last season, and the issue appears to have popped up again this spring. He indicated that the tests didn't reveal any significant tear or soft tissue issue, so he'll attempt to rehab the issue for now without surgery. His return timeline is unclear given that the nature of the injury itself remains murky. Geraldo Perdomo could fill in at shortstop until Ahmed returns.

Ahmed is dealing with shoulder discomfort and will undergo an MRI to understand the extent of the injury, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's the same injury that caused Ahmed to miss the final two weeks of the 2021 season, which creates clear concern for his availability to begin the new campaign. He had a cortisone shot and PRP injection at some point after the initial issue arose, so he may have to undergo a procedure to ultimately return to full health. Ahmed was penciled in as the team's starting shortstop and his absence would likely open up more opportunity for Geraldo Perdomo.

Ahmed believes he has a routine designed to deal with the shoulder injuries that plagued him the last two seasons, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ahmed has been playing in Cactus League games and is ready to resume his role as Arizona's starting shortstop in 2022, but there remains lingering concerns about the health of the shoulder over the long haul. He did not undergo surgery and was somewhat evasive when asked about the possibility. The shortstop saw is production drop significantly in 2021, when he slashed .221/.280/.339 over 129 games. The Diamondbacks believe they are better positioned to handle his absence should Ahmed's shoulder act up again in 2022. Geraldo Perdomo showed development at the plate over the second half of the minor-league season, posting a line of .329/.414/.521 in August and September.

Ahmed is starting at shortstop and batting fifth Saturday against the Angels, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

He finished last season on the shelf with a shoulder injury, so it's good to see him back in to full health. Ahmed will face competition from Geraldo Perdomo for playing time at shortstop early this season.

Ahmed was placed on the 10-day injured list with left shoulder inflammation Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Ahmed hasn't played in over a week with what was previously reported as right shoulder soreness, but it's apparently a left shoulder issue which will send him to the injured list. The move doesn't technically end Ahmed's season, as it's been backdated by three days, leaving him eligible to play in the season finale. Geraldo Perdomo was recalled to take his place on the roster and will start at shortstop Sunday against the Dodgers.

Ahmed (shoulder) is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Dodgers.

EDGE Analysis

This marks seven consecutive omissions from the lineup as Ahmed battles right shoulder soreness. The team must expect him back in action shortly, seeing as though they haven't placed him on the injured list. Josh Rojas is leading off as the shortstop Friday.

Ahmed (shoulder) remains on the bench for Thursday's game against Atlanta.

EDGE Analysis

Ahmed finds himself on the bench for the sixth straight game as he continues to deal with a sore right shoulder. Josh Rojas will again shift to shortstop as his absence continues.

Ahmed (shoulder) is not in the lineup Wednesday against Atlanta.

EDGE Analysis

Ahmed has sat out the past four games while dealing with soreness in his left shoulder, and his absence will continue Wednesday. Josh Rojas will shift to shortstop while Ketel Marte comes in from the outfield to cover the keystone.