The Guardians announced this week that outfielder Kahlil Watson underwent surgery Tuesday to repair a bilateral core muscle (sports hernia) injury. The team didn’t provide an exact timetable for his recovery but noted that similar cases tend to come with…
Cleveland Guardians outfielder Kahlil Watson underwent surgery to repair a bilateral core muscle injury, commonly known as a sports hernia. The team did not offer an exact recovery timetable, but noted that similar injuries typically require an eight-to-12-week rehabilitation period.
The 23-year-old made his major league debut in 2026, hitting .239 with one home run across 91 plate appearances. Watson is expected to serve as organizational depth heading into the 2027 season, with two minor league options remaining.
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