Cleveland Guardians prospect Khal Stephen to have elbow surgery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 10:35 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Cleveland Guardians pitching prospect Khal Stephen is set to undergo elbow surgery that could sideline him until the 2028 season. The decision comes after he experienced right elbow soreness, leading to his placement on the injured list earlier this month. Stephen's procedure is still to be determined as he will meet with Dr. Keith Meister on July 2 to assess the situation. The 23-year-old was having a solid season at Double-A with a 3.44 ERA in 12 starts before the injury, but faces a lengthy rehabilitation process.
- •Khal Stephen traded to the Guardians from the Blue Jays last season.
- •He was placed on the injured list on June 10.
- •Stephen logged a 3.44 ERA in Double-A this season.
- •Surgery could delay his return until after the 2027 season.
- •Assistant GM James Harris expressed disappointment over the injury.
- 10:35 PMYahoo Sports — Cleveland Guardians Top Pitching Prospect to Undergo Surgery
"Cleveland Guardians pitching prospect Khal Stephen could be out until the 2028 season.
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