The Guardians sent Andrew Walters (shoulder) to Triple-A Columbus on Monday, per team updates, after a spring hampered by injury.

Fantasy Impact

Walters’ 3 runs in 0.1 innings on Feb. 24 and shoulder stiffness sidelined him until March 15, yielding 1 run in 2.2 innings over 3 late spring outings, missing Opening Day. His 2024 MLB stint (6 baserunners in 8.2 innings) shines. Fantasy managers in dynasty leagues should stash him, banking on an early 2025 call-up to Cleveland’s bullpen if he thrives at Triple-A.

Andrew Walters (shoulder) threw live batting practice Wednesday as he continues working his way back from shoulder stiffness that sidelined him in late February.

Fantasy Impact

Walters appears to be making steady progress, having thrown a bullpen session Sunday before advancing to live hitters. While this marks a positive step in his recovery, his availability for Opening Day remains uncertain. The team will likely assess how he responds to increased workload before determining his next steps.

Andrew Walters is dealing with right shoulder stiffness.

Fantasy Impact

Walters was able to complete a bullpen session Sunday and will likely be re-evaluated in the next few days. The Guardians should update the next step in his rehab soon.

Andrew Walters has been recalled from Triple-A Columbus.

Fantasy Impact

Walters was the Guardians' second-round pick in 2023 and has had a solid season in the minors this season. Between AA and AAA, he has a 2.32 ERA and 79 strikeouts in 50 innings out of the bullpen.