Guardians All-Star and postseason standout David Fry recently underwent reconstructive surgery on his right elbow, requiring at least six months of rehab before he can return to hitting for the AL Central champions.
The team shared that Fry, a key utility player, had the procedure done on Wednesday in Dallas. Fry had been unable to catch or field for several months due to persistent elbow pain. Dr. Keith Meister performed the surgery, repairing Fry’s ulnar collateral ligament with a hybrid/internal brace and a tendon graft, along with treating a strained flexor tendon.
This hybrid technique is intended to speed up recovery compared to traditional Tommy John surgery, which typically requires 12 to 15 months. The Guardians anticipate Fry will be able to return as a designated hitter in about 6 to 8 months, though it could take up to a full year for him to resume fielding.
David Fry, 28, posted a strong season for the Guardians, hitting .263 with 14 home runs and 51 RBIs. He believes his elbow injury occurred while throwing to second base during a game against Toronto in June.
Fry was clutch in the postseason, hitting a go-ahead homer in Game 4 against Detroit to secure the Guardians’ win in the AL Division Series. He continued to shine in the ALCS, hitting a walk-off, two-run homer in the 10th inning to defeat the Yankees in Game 3.
In other roster updates, outfielder Myles Straw accepted an outright assignment to Triple-A Columbus. Reliever James Karinchak, activated from the 60-day injured list, was outrighted and opted for free agency. Additionally, the Guardians activated pitchers Sam Hentges and Trevor Stephan from the 60-day injured list.
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