Injury updates for top baseball prospects and players ahead of potential returns
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 4:05 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026

As of June 2, 2026, several notable MLB players including Elly De La Cruz and Konnor Griffin are featured among the top 60 injured players to stash for fantasy baseball. De La Cruz is dealing with a strained hamstring and could be sidelined for 2-4 weeks. Hunter Brown of the Houston Astros is nearing a return after making progress in rehab starts for a shoulder strain, and Francisco Lindor has resumed baseball activities and may soon begin a rehab assignment. Some players remain uncertain, with various injuries impacting timelines for return.
- •Elly De La Cruz is expected out for 2-4 weeks with a hamstring strain.
- •Hunter Brown is likely to return soon after successful rehab starts.
- •Francisco Lindor has resumed activities and may start rehab soon.
- •Konnor Griffin's absence is expected to be short due to a flexor strain.
- •Rehab progress is being made by several players including Wyatt Langford and Josh Hader.
- 4:05 PMCBS Sports — Fantasy Baseball Injury Rankings: Top 60 IL stashes with Elly De La Cruz, Konnor Griffin added to the list
"Hunter Brown, Wyatt Langford are closing in on return
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