Houston Astros Comprehensive Injury Report – July 10, 2025

The Houston Astros are managing an unprecedented injury crisis that has affected virtually every aspect of their roster. Despite these challenges, the team maintains their competitive position in the AL West. Here’s the complete and current breakdown of all injured players based on official MLB injury reports.

Major League 60-Day Injured List

Starting Pitchers

Ronel Blanco – 60-Day IL (since June 1)

• Injury: Torn ulnar collateral ligament in right elbow
• Surgery: Underwent surgery June 6 to repair UCL with internal brace plus flexor tendon repair
• Expected Return: 2026
• Impact: Devastating loss of ace-caliber pitcher who was having breakout season
• Status: Season-ending surgery, full recovery expected for next year

Hayden Wesneski – 60-Day IL (since May 20)

• Injury: Torn ulnar collateral ligament in right elbow
• Surgery: Underwent Tommy John surgery May 23
• Expected Return: 2026
• Impact: Key rotation piece lost for remainder of season
• Status: Standard Tommy John recovery timeline

Luis Garcia – 60-Day IL (since April 7)

• Injury: Tommy John surgery
• Expected Return: Late July or early August
• Current Status: Made first Minor League rehab start July 7 in FCL, struck out four while allowing one run and one hit in two innings
• Progress: Excellent – on track for return before season’s end
• Significance: Major boost to rotation if return goes smoothly

Cristian Javier – 60-Day IL (since April 1)

• Injury: Tommy John surgery
• Expected Return: July
• Current Status: Threw two innings in live BP July 7 in Florida
• Progress: Very encouraging – appears close to return
• Impact: Would significantly strengthen rotation for second half

J.P. France – 60-Day IL (since March 27)

• Injury: Torn right shoulder capsule
• Expected Return: Late 2025
• Current Status: Threw 26-pitch bullpen June 27, scheduled for live BP July 9
• Progress: Slow but steady progress from major shoulder surgery
• Timeline: Unlikely to impact 2025 season significantly

Spencer Arrighetti – 60-Day IL (since June 14)

• Injury: Broken right thumb
• Expected Return: July
• Current Status: Scheduled to throw bullpen July 8 after throwing 30 pitches July 4
• Progress: Close to return, thumb healing well
• Impact: Young pitcher whose return would help rotation depth

Yordan Alvarez – 60-Day IL (since July 2)

• Injury: Right hand fracture
• Expected Return: TBD
• Current Status: Hand specialist found fracture is “non-factor” with main issue being inflammation
• Progress: Encouraging news from specialist visit
• Impact: Massive offensive loss, but recent medical news is positive

Pedro León – 60-Day IL (since June 24)

• Injury: Grade 1 MCL strain
• Expected Return: July
• Current Status: Rehab assignment paused June 3 due to knee soreness; going through progression
• Progress: Slower than hoped due to setback
• Impact: Affects outfield depth

Major League 15-Day Injured List

Reliever

Shawn Dubin – 15-Day IL (since June 24)

• Injury: Right forearm strain
• Expected Return: TBD
• Current Status: Resumed throwing off flat ground July 5, threw from 60 feet, expected to transition to Florida this week
• Progress: Progressing through throwing program
• Impact: Affects bullpen depth and setup options

Major League 10-Day Injured List

Position Players

Jeremy Peña – 10-Day IL (since July 1)

• Injury: Rib fracture
• Expected Return: Before All-Star break
• Current Status: Small fracture in left rib discovered after being hit by pitch June 27
• Progress: Expected to return soon
• Impact: Starting shortstop whose return is crucial for infield stability

Luis Guillorme – 10-Day IL (since July 2)

• Injury: Right hamstring strain
• Expected Return: TBD
• Current Status: Experienced tight hamstring taking ground balls July 1
• Progress: Recent injury, timeline developing
• Impact: Affects infield versatility and depth

Brendan Rodgers – 10-Day IL (since June 18)

• Injury: Left oblique strain
• Expected Return: July
• Current Status: Expected to transition to Florida this week for hitting, running, and throwing progression
• Progress: Making steady progress through rehab
• Impact: Key infielder whose return would provide offensive boost

Jacob Melton – 10-Day IL (since June 14)

• Injury: Right ankle sprain
• Expected Return: TBD
• Current Status: Expected to transition to Florida this week for full progression
• Progress: Moving through rehab phases
• Impact: Young outfielder whose debut has been delayed

Zach Dezenzo – 10-Day IL (since June 1)

• Injury: Capsule strain in left hand
• Expected Return: TBD
• Current Status: Making progress but still not swinging a bat
• Progress: Slow recovery, hand injuries are tricky
• Impact: Utility player whose versatility is valuable

Chas McCormick – 10-Day IL (since May 31)

• Injury: Left oblique strain
• Expected Return: July
• Current Status: Worked out at Daikin Park July 7, heading to Oklahoma City for Triple-A rehab
• Progress: Excellent – actively rehabbing with Triple-A
• Impact: Key outfielder whose return would significantly help lineup

Day-to-Day/Active Roster Issues

Jake Meyers – Day-to-Day

• Injury: Right calf tightness
• Current Status: Calf tightened up running to center field before July 9 game, helped off field
• Background: First attempted return since being removed from July 6 game with same issue
• Concern: Recurring calf issues suggest potential IL stint
• Impact: Outfield depth player whose availability matters given other injuries

Return Timeline Analysis

Imminent Returns (Next 1-2 Weeks)

• Jeremy Peña: Expected before All-Star break
• Cristian Javier: Throwing live BP, appears very close
• Luis Garcia: Already in Minor League rehab games

July Returns (2-4 Weeks)

• Spencer Arrighetti: Progressing through bullpen sessions
• Chas McCormick: Active in Triple-A rehab
• Brendan Rodgers: Moving to Florida for progression
• Jacob Melton: Moving to Florida for progression

Late July/August Possibilities

• Luis Garcia: Targeting late July/early August return
• Pedro León: July target but had recent setback

Uncertain Timeline

• Yordan Alvarez: Encouraging medical news but no clear timeline
• Shawn Dubin: Progressing but forearm strains unpredictable
• Zach Dezenzo: Hand injury recovery slower than hoped
• Jake Meyers: Recurring calf issues concerning

Season-Ending Injuries

• Ronel Blanco: 2026 return after UCL surgery
• Hayden Wesneski: 2026 return after Tommy John
• J.P. France: Late 2025 at earliest, more likely 2026

Organizational Impact

Starting Rotation: Absolutely decimated with Blanco, Wesneski, Garcia, Javier, France, and Arrighetti all on IL. Team has been forced to rely heavily on prospects and bullpen games.

Bullpen: Dubin’s absence adds strain to relief corps already working overtime due to rotation issues.

Outfield: Major crisis with Alvarez, McCormick, León, Melton all on IL plus Meyers day-to-day. Forced to use utility players and call-ups.

Infield: Peña, Guillorme, Rodgers, Dezenzo all on IL creates depth issues across the diamond.

The Road to Recovery

The Astros are potentially looking at several key returns in the coming weeks. Javier and Garcia could significantly boost the rotation, while Peña’s return would stabilize the infield. McCormick’s return would provide much-needed outfield help.

However, the loss of Blanco and Wesneski for the season, combined with uncertainty around Alvarez’s timeline, means the team will need to continue relying on organizational depth and potentially make moves at the trade deadline to remain competitive.

The sheer scope of these injuries – affecting virtually every position group – represents one of the most challenging injury situations any team has faced in recent memory. The Astros’ ability to remain competitive speaks to their organizational depth and resilience.