Dodgers reliever Will Klein faces possible season-ending elbow surgery after MRI finds bone chips
An MRI has detected bone fragments in the elbow of Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Will Klein, raising the likelihood of arthroscopic surgery and possibly ending his 2026 season.
The Los Angeles Dodgers received unsettling news about bullpen arm Will Klein after an MRI revealed bone chips in his right elbow. Klein, who entered the 15-day injured list on August 1 due to elbow discomfort, may need arthroscopic surgery, a procedure that often ends a pitcher's season. This season he has maintained a 3.67 ERA and struck out 49 batters across 41.2 innings, though his last seven appearances saw his ERA climb to 9.82.
Despite the recent struggles, his performance in the 2025 postseason, including five scoreless innings in the World Series, underscored his value to manager Dave Roberts' relief corps. The Dodgers are awaiting a definitive medical recommendation on surgery. The team's injury woes also include two-way star Shohei Ohtani, who remains sidelined with knee and bicep issues.
Why it matters
Klein's potential loss weakens the Dodgers' bullpen and could affect their playoff chances.
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