"Diamondbacks outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. was diagnosed with a torn ACL just over a week ago, and Francys Romero of BeisbolFR reports that he underwent surgery today with 9-10 month recovery timetable. In other words, Romero figures to miss the first half and could be back at some point in June or July, barring any setbacks or other changes to that timeline."
"Gurriel, 32 next month, is in the second year of the three-year, $42MM deal with Arizona that he agreed to during the 2023-24 offseason. That contract gives Gurriel the opportunity to opt out after the 2025 season, although he's all but guaranteed to decline that opportunity given that he'll miss half of next year. Assuming he doesn't opt out, Gurriel will make $13MM next year and the Diamondbacks will hold a $14MM option with a $5MM buyout for the 2027 campaign."
"The ACL tear was a bitter ending to what was a disappointing year at the plate for Gurriel. While he's a limited defender who has never put up the gaudy numbers necessary to get much attention as a corner bat, the one-time All-Star has been incredibly consistent throughout his career in the majors. He's settled in as a player who posts a wRC+ in the 105-115 range on an annual basis, with a 109 wRC+ overall for his career."
"This year was the exception, however, as he hit just .248/.295/.418 in 546 plate appearances. While he hit 19 homers, stole ten bases, and posted a career-low 13.9% strikeout rate, Gurriel's .254 BABIP this year was more than 60 points below his career norm entering this season. Given that unfortunate luck on batted balls, it's perhaps not a shock that Gurriel under-performed his expected numbers this year for the first time since 2021."
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. suffered a torn ACL and underwent surgery with a projected 9–10 month recovery, likely sidelining him for the season’s first half. He could potentially return around June or July if recovery proceeds without setbacks. Gurriel is 32 and in the second year of a three-year, $42 million deal that includes a 2027 club option and a probable decision not to opt out after 2025. The injury capped an otherwise disappointing offensive season, with a .248/.295/.418 line, 19 homers, ten steals, a career-low 13.9% strikeout rate, and an unusually low .254 BABIP that suppressed results.
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