Pablo Lopez has torn UCL, 2026 season likely over

Name: Pablo Lopez has torn UCL, 2026 season likely over
Uploaded: 2026-02-17T17:57:10Z
Description: Minnesota Twins' starting pitcher Pablo Lopez is devastated by the news that he suffered a torn UCL during Spring Training on Monday in Florida. Lopez was expected to anchor the Twins' rotation, and pitch for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic. He likely needs surgery, which would end his 2026 season.

Minnesota Twins' starting pitcher Pablo Lopez is devastated by the news that he suffered a torn UCL during Spring Training on Monday in Florida. Lopez was expected to anchor the Twins' rotation, and pitch for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic. He likely needs surgery, which would end his 2026 season.

Posted February 17, 2026 11:57am CST