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Padres' Laureano Out for Season After Hip Surgery
6 Jun
Summary
- Ramón Laureano had hip surgery, expected four to five months recovery.
- Laureano was traded to Padres from Orioles for power.
- Padres offense struggles, now without Laureano's power.
The San Diego Padres have announced that starting left fielder Ramón Laureano underwent surgery on his right hip, placing him on the injured list. The recovery period is estimated to be four to five months, meaning Laureano is likely out for the remainder of the 2026 season. This injury is a significant blow to a Padres team that has already lost nine of its last ten games.
Laureano was acquired from the Baltimore Orioles to bolster the Padres' offense, particularly their outfield. In Baltimore, he was having a career year, but since joining San Diego, he has struggled with consistency. After a strong start in early April, his batting average declined significantly through May, resulting in a .203/.286/.374 slash line over 53 games this season.
The Padres' offense has been a persistent issue, and Laureano's power bat, even when not producing consistently, will be missed. Jase Bowen has been called up to replace him on the roster, but he has had a slow start. The team is at a critical juncture, needing to improve its offensive output to avoid a premature end to their season.
