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Latest Spring Training Injuries to Pablo Lopez, Edwin Uceta & Others! (2/17 Fantasy Baseball Podcast)

Feb 17, 2026
They break down worrisome elbow and shoulder scans for several pitchers and what that means for rotation depth. They flag possible call-ups and bullpen shakeups as injuries open opportunities. They highlight specific pitchers who could move up draft boards and teams facing thin pitching depth.
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INSIGHT

Pablo López Elbow Issue Raises Red Flags

  • Pablo López's right elbow soreness after his first live BP is ominous given his recent arm injury history.
  • Chris Towers and Frank Stample suggest treating him as a late-round draft pick until MRI results clarify severity.
ADVICE

Move Griffin Jax Up Draft Boards

  • If Edwin Uceta misses time, push Griffin Jax up draft boards and treat him like a high-upside closer.
  • Chris Towers advises moving Jax into mid-round consideration because of his multi-inning ability and elite strikeout upside.
INSIGHT

Zebby Matthews Is Twins' Internal Option

  • The Twins have interesting Triple-A depth that could step in if López misses time, with Zebby Matthews as a notable candidate.
  • Chris Towers highlights Matthews' strong K/BB numbers despite his MLB ERA and suggests he has upside if he limits hard contact.
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