Brooks Baldwin Out for Season After Elbow Surgery

Alex Chenยทยท1 min read

The Chicago White Sox will be without infielder Brooks Baldwin for the rest of the season due to surgery on his right elbow. This setback raises questions about the team's future infield options.

Brooks Baldwin Out for Season After Elbow Surgery

Brooks Baldwin, a 25-year-old infielder for the Chicago White Sox, will miss the entire season due to a UCL internal brace procedure on his right elbow.

Baldwin was placed on the 10-day injured list on March 26, 2026, and had not played yet this season. Despite showing promise during spring training, where he hit .286 with a .762 OPS, he is now set for surgery that will keep him out of the lineup for the entire year.

This injury is a significant blow for the White Sox, who are still evaluating their roster as a young team. With Baldwin sidelined, Chicago will have the opportunity to explore various infield options moving forward.

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Looking ahead, Baldwin is expected to be ready for spring training next year, but this lost season is a tough pill to swallow for both him and the team as they shape their future.

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