Pablo López Begins Rehabilitation Program in Miami Following Elbow Surgery
Twins starting pitcher Pablo López has departed the team early to travel to his offseason home in Miami. He is beginning his structured rehabilitation program immediately following elbow surgery earlier in the year, aiming to be ready for the 2027…
Duluth Superior, MN, September 26, 2026 —
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Pablo López has begun his rehabilitation program in Miami, his offseason home. The departure from the team occurred early, indicating a focus on his recovery process.
López underwent elbow surgery earlier in the year. The structured rehabilitation program is now underway, with the pitcher targeting a return to play for the 2027 season. The specific date of the surgery and further details regarding the extent of the procedure were not provided.
The team’s medical staff is overseeing the rehabilitation plan. The timeline for López’s return, set for the 2027 season, suggests a significant recovery period is anticipated. Further updates on his progress are expected as the rehabilitation program advances. The exact nature of the rehabilitation exercises or the specific milestones expected were not detailed.
López is a key member of the Twins’ pitching rotation. His absence from the mound for the remainder of the current season and the upcoming season is a notable development for the team. The club has not released further information regarding potential replacements or adjustments to the pitching staff during his recovery period.
Story summarized from the original created by Betsy Helfand / St. Paul Pioneer Press on www.duluthnewstribune.com, see more information here.
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