PACKY NAUGHTON NEWS

Re-signs on minor-league contract The Cardinals re-signed Naughton (elbow) to a two-year, minor-league contract Monday, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports.

Impact Naughton announced the move himself on his Instagram account and also revealed that he will be sidelined until 2026 after having Tommy John and flexor surgeries on his left elbow in July. That's in addition to the flexor surgery he underwent in June of 2023. The left-handed reliever holds a 4.98 ERA and 48:22 K:BB over 59.2 innings covering parts of three seasons at the major-league level. He will turn 29 in April.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes surgery Naughton underwent surgery to repair the flexor tendon in his left elbow Monday, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports.

Impact The good news is that Naughton didn't require UCL repair surgery, but the 27-year-old southpaw is facing an extended absence nonetheless. Naughton most likely won't return until 2024, putting an end to his season after throwing just five scoreless innings in April.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slated for surgery Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol confirmed Monday that Naughton (forearm) will undergo surgery June 26, Lynn Worthy of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Impact Marmol didn't specify whether Naughton would require Tommy John surgery or another kind of arm procedure, but the southpaw looks set to miss extended time in any case. Naughton has been on the shelf since April 8 with a strained left forearm and experienced a setback just three pitches into his first rehab appearance at Triple-A Memphis earlier this month.

JUNE 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could need surgery Naughton traveled to Texas to receive a second opinion on his left forearm injury, John Denton of MLB.com reports.

Impact Naughton had a setback while on his rehab assignment and it sounds like surgery is a distinct possibility. If there's a silver lining, it's that the reliever "might be able to avoid Tommy John surgery," according to Denton.

JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers setback Naughton will be re-evaluated after he "felt a tug" in his left forearm during his first rehab appearance with Triple-A Memphis on Sunday, Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol told Jeff...

Impact Naughton lasted just three pitches before suffering the setback. He's missed nearly all of the season with the arm issue and clearly isn't going to be rejoining the St. Louis bullpen anytime soon.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits rehab assignment early Naughton (forearm) was removed from his rehab appearance Sunday with Triple-A Memphis after throwing just three pitches, Katie Woo of The Athletic reports.

Impact The Cardinals haven't revealed whether Naughton suffered a setback with his strained left forearm in the first outing of his rehab assignment or if he's dealing with a new physical issue, but whatever the case, he didn't end up pitching a full inning for Memphis like the organization had planned. Naughton has been shelved since April 8 with the forearm injury and is eligible to return from the 60-day injured list whenever St. Louis deems him ready to go.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins rehab assignment Naughton (forearm) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Memphis on Sunday, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports.

Impact Naughton has been out since early April with a strained left forearm. The length of his absence may mean that he needs more than just one or two rehab outings before he's ready to return from the injured list.

JUNE 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moved to 60-day IL St. Louis transferred Naughton (forearm) from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list on Wednesday.

Impact Naughton resumed throwing earlier this month, but he still has a lot of hurdles to clear in his recovery from a left forearm strain. He originally landed on the IL on April 8 and now isn't eligible to return until early June.

MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays catch Thursday Naughton (forearm) played catch Thursday from around 90 feet, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports.

Impact Naughton's throwing program is underway, about four weeks after he landed on the injured list because of a left forearm strain. He could return to the Cardinals' bullpen in late May if all goes well from this point forward.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MRI reveals no structural damage Cardinals manager Oli Marmol told reporters Sunday that an MRI revealed that Naughton has a left forearm strain with no structural damage, John Denton of MLB.com reports.

Impact Naughton was placed on the injured list with the forearm strain Saturday, but it appears he's avoided a potentially long-term injury. Marmol mentioned that the left-hander's recovery process will be formed over the next couple of days. It's possible Naughton is able to return to a relief role with St. Louis before the end of April.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cardinals place Boston native Packy Naughton on injured list with forearm strain - The Boston Globe The lefthander, who pitched at Boston Latin School, faced three batters Friday in the eighth inning of a 4-0 loss at Milwaukee before the fo...

APRIL 8, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Katie Woo: Packy Naughton was put on the 15-day IL with... - The Athletic Packy Naughton was put on the 15-day IL with left forearm tightness prior to Saturday's game against Milwaukee. He's back in St. Louis and s...

APRIL 8, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Cards pitcher Packy Naughton heads to IL with forearm strain

St. Louis Cardinals left-hander Packy Naughton was placed on the 15-day injured list because of a forearm strain

APRIL 8, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lands on injured list Naughton was placed on the 15-day injured list Saturday with a left forearm strain, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports.

Impact Naughton exited Friday's loss to the Brewers due to the injury and will be sidelined for at least the next two weeks. Genesis Cabrera was recalled from Triple-A Memphis in a corresponding move.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Katie Woo: LHP Packy Naughton was removed from Friday's... - The Athletic LHP Packy Naughton was removed from Friday's game against Milwaukee with forearm tightness. Felt it on a ball four to Christian Yelich and m...

APRIL 8, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Evaluated for forearm tightness Naughton is being evaluated by doctors after leaving Friday's outing with left forearm tightness, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports.

Impact Naughton looked to be in pain before leaving Friday's relief appearance against the Brewers. He should be considered day-to-day, but a trip to the injured list for a fresh arm obviously cannot be ruled out at this stage.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves outing with trainer Naughton left Friday's relief appearance against the Brewers with an apparent injury, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat notes.

Impact Naughton was visited by Cardinals manager Oli Marmol and a trainer after he was seen flexing his left arm, and he exited the contest. Chris Stratton has replaced the southpaw after he went 0.2 innings without allowing a run.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes Opening Day bullpen Naughton has been informed he will be a part of the Opening Day roster for the Cardinals, Katie Woo of The Athletic reports.

Impact Naughton was in a battle with several arms for one of the final spots in the bullpen, and he's come out on top. The left-hander had mixed results in the Grapefruit League with a 4.82 ERA and 7:3 K:BB over 9.1 innings, but his ability to go multiple innings as a former starter likely was the determining factor. Naughton is unlikely to pitch in a role that provides much fantasy relevance in 2023.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mixed results in spring Naughton has allowed three earned runs on five hits and two walks while striking out four over 4.2 innings through five Grapefruit League appearances.

Impact Naughton was on and off the Cardinals' major-league roster for much of 2022, posting a 4.78 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 31:7 K:BB across 32 innings. He started three of his six appearances, but his path to staying in the majors this season is in the bullpen since the Cardinals have a surplus of potential starters. Naughton remains unlikely to challenge for a high-leverage role, so he won't be a factor in most fantasy formats.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes wild-card roster Naughton will be on the Cardinals' wild-card roster, Katie Woo of The Athletic reports.

Impact Naughton was sent to the minors Sept. 21, but he'll rejoin the Cardinals ahead of the NL Wild Card Series against the Phillies, which begins Friday. The southpaw held left-handed hitters to a .163 batting average in the majors this year, which factored into the decision to include Naughton on the roster over Genesis Cabrera.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to minors Naughton was optioned to Triple-A Memphis on Wednesday.

Impact The 26-year-old was called up by St. Louis on Sept. 10 and allowed one run over four frames during his brief time on the active roster. Naughton was optioned to Memphis but will remain with the big-league club as a member of the taxi squad.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pujols, Gorman home runs power St. Louis past Dodgers 7-6

Albert Pujols and rookie Nolan Gorman hit solo home runs and St. Louis Cardinals ended Los Angeles' seven-game winning, beating the Dodgers 7-6

JULY 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Converts first big-league save Naughton pitched a perfect 11th inning to earn the save in Thursday's 3-2 win over Atlanta.

Impact Naughton was shaky in his previous stints in the majors this year, but he's allowed just one run, two hits and three walks in seven innings across six appearances since his June 24 recall. With the Cardinals exhausting their top high-leverage arms earlier in Thursday's contest, Naughton got the call to protect a one-run lead, and he delivered. He now has a 3.98 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 18:4 K:BB across 20.1 innings, and he's added a hold and an 0-2 record through 15 appearances (three starts). The southpaw likely won't contend for many high-leverage chances, but he's working on building up some trust with his recent success.

JULY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Carlson's tiebreaking single sends Cards over Braves in 11

Dylan Carlson hit a tiebreaking single in the top of the 11th inning, and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Atlanta Braves 3-2 to snap their four-game losing streak

JULY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back in big leagues Naughton was recalled by the Cardinals on Friday.

Impact Naughton has already spent four separate stints on the major-league roster. His numbers haven't necessarily justified a permanent stay, as he owns a 5.40 ERA in 13.1 innings of work, though his 1.8 percent walk rate at least demonstrates strong control. He'll replace Drew VerHagen in the bullpen, who hit the injured list with a shoulder issue Friday.

JUNE 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE