2026 Injury Updates - Answering Your Questions When Possible (ARobsBrewCrew Thread)

[ARobsBrewCrew]

On 5/31/2026 at 8:35 PM, ARobsBrewCrew said:

I don’t have anything noteworthy on Payne.  He has been dealing with some lingering issues in his lower half throughout the year (calf and hamstring) and I’ve been told that a trip to the IL should not be necessary.  As for RHP Cole Phillips, he was originally scheduled to begin throwing bullpens in April and that was delayed.  He is still hoping for a midseason pro debut, but that timeline has likely been pushed from before the all-star break to sometime early in the second half.

Following up on this: Payne will return to the lineup on Wednesday.

[biedergb]

10 hours ago, ARobsBrewCrew said:

LHP Frank Cairone will begin throwing live to hitters starting next week and is expected to make his professional debut towards the end of the month.

That is absolutely amazing and to be honest/blunt surprising, but in such a good way.. I had assumed he would just redshirt this year and focus on his health. To potentially play organized baseball within 6-7 months of a severe injury is so great. I have very little expectations for him but to see or hear of him throwing in an ACL game this season would be all I need to hear.  Thanks for sharing ARobs!!

[MilwaukeeBeers]

I never have been so happy for a young man that I don't know personally. He didn't let his dream get taken from him. Really inspirational stuff that makes you think there is a grander plan because from what I heard it is nothing short of a miracle that he's even able to throw a ball. I cannot wait to follow him throughout his career no matter where it goes.