Brito (forearm) has been throwing bullpens in Padres camp, per MLB.com. Brito is continuing to recover from the UCL internal brace surgery and flexor tendon repair he underwent in April of last year. He'll begin the campaign on the 60-day IL but could be able to return to game action around midseason.
Brito (forearm) was placed on the 60-day injured list Monday. This is a corresponding move to make room on the 40-man roster for German Marquez, who signed a one-year deal with San Diego earlier in the day. Brito underwent a UCL internal brace procedure and a repair of his flexor tendon in April of 2025, and the team has yet to provide a timetable for his return.
Brito underwent a UCL internal brace surgery and a repair of his flexor tendon last month and has been ruled out for the entire 2025 season, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports. Brito was moved to the 60-day injured list at the beginning of April, but this report is the first time the team has shared details of the right-hander's treatment plan. He's facing a lengthy recovery and will shift his focus on preparing for the 2026 season after going under the knife.