D-backs LHP Andrew Saalfrank (shoulder) out for season

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Feb 9, 2026 4:21 pm

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Arizona Diamondbacks left-handed reliever Andrew Saalfrank will miss the entire 2026 season after undergoing shoulder surgery on Monday.

The team confirmed the news after it was reported by MLB.com, with Saalfrank posting about the surgery with an accompanying picture on Instagram.

Saalfrank had a 1.24 ERA over 28 relief appearances (29 innings) for the Diamondbacks last season.

In parts of three major league seasons with Arizona, the 28-year-old is 2-1 with a 1.79 ERA over 40 relief appearances (40 1/3 innings).

–Field Level Media

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