"Just over a week ago, Hoeing was shut down due to some discomfort in his throwing elbow. Pitching coach Ruben Niebla seemed optimistic that it wouldn't be a serious issue but perhaps new information has changed things."
"There's never a good time for a pitcher to have elbow surgery but right now would be particularly unfortunate for Hoeing. He seemed to have a breakout in 2024, posting a 2.18 earned run average in 53 2/3 innings, but he wasn't able to build on that in 2025."
"Even if he can avoid surgery, Hoeing seems a lock to start the season on the IL. Even with him on the shelf, the bullpen competition looks tight. Acee writes that Kyle Hart is making a strong push for a spot."
Bryan Hoeing, a San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher, was shut down due to elbow discomfort and is currently deciding whether to undergo surgery. Manager Craig Stammen expects a decision soon. The specific procedure remains unspecified, but elbow surgeries typically require extended recovery periods ranging from several months to over a year, depending on severity. Hoeing had a strong 2024 season with a 2.18 ERA but struggled in 2025 after a shoulder strain sidelined him early. He posted a 4.70 ERA in Triple-A after his June activation. Regardless of the surgery decision, Hoeing will likely start the 2026 season on the injured list. Kyle Hart is competing for a bullpen spot, showing promise with scoreless spring training innings.
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