TYLER CLIPPARD NEWS

Scoreless inning in return Clippard (shoulder) allowed one hit and struck out one in a scoreless inning in Wednesday's 6-4 win over Pittsburgh.

Impact After missing nearly four months due a shoulder strain suffered in spring training, the veteran right-hander made his debut in his second stint with Arizona. Clippard allowed a leadoff single to Jacob Stallings in the sixth inning, but he was able to retire the next three batters without trouble. The 35-year-old earned a hold in the appearance, and he should be factor for high-leverage work once he's up to speed.

JULY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for season debut The Diamondbacks reinstated Clippard (shoulder) from the 60-day injured list Wednesday.

Impact Clippard is ready to make his season debut for Arizona after a right shoulder strain suffered in spring training kept him on the IL for nearly four months. The 36-year-old proved his health during a four-outing rehab assignment between the Diamondbacks' rookie-level Arizona Complex League affiliate and Triple-A Reno, and he could quickly settle into a key late-inning role in an Arizona bullpen lacking in proven arms.

JULY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Progresses in rehab The Diamondbacks transferred Clippard's (shoulder) rehab assignment to Triple-A Reno on Friday.

Impact The veteran made three appearances in the Arizona Complex League, pitching 3.1 innings and allowing five runs (three earned) while striking out six and walking none. Now in Reno, Clippard appears to be just around the corner from returning to the Diamondbacks, whom he's yet to pitch for in 2021 due to a right shoulder sprain. That being said, it's unclear exactly how much work he'll require at Triple-A before he's activated.

JULY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kicks off rehab in ACL Clippard (shoulder) made his first rehab appearance for the Diamondbacks' Arizona Complex League affiliate Friday, working 1.1 innings and giving up three earned runs on four hits...

Impact Clippard was making his first appearance of the season at any level after he sustained a capsule sprain in his right shoulder in late March that resulted in the Diamondbacks placing him on the 60-day injured list. While the 36-year-old endured a rough showing against low-level competition, the Diamondbacks are likely just happy to see him back on the mound again. He'll likely need to make several more appearances across multiple minor-league affiliates before the Diamondbacks consider activating him from the IL.

JULY 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bullpen session on tap Clippard (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Tuesday, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports.

Impact The veteran right-hander resumed throwing in early June after undergoing a minor knee procedure in May, and he's now ramped up to throwing bullpen sessions. Clippard missed the start of the season after suffering a right shoulder capsule sprain in spring training, and he should require a rehab assignment before being able to join the Diamondbacks.

JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Throwing after minor procedure Arizona GM Mike Hazen said Clippard (shoulder) underwent a "small knee procedure" in May, but he's since resumed his throwing program, MLB.com reports.

Impact Clippard opened the season on the 60-day injured list after suffering a right shoulder capsule sprain in spring training. He was cleared to start throwing in early May, but he didn't make much progress before he required what Hazen termed as a "minor cleanup" to remove cartilage from his knee. The knee isn't expected to be a concern for Clippard any longer, but he'll still have to build up from the spring shoulder injury. It's unclear where Clippard stands in his throwing program at the moment, and his 2021 debut for Arizona can't be considered imminent until he begins a minor-league rehab assignment.

JUNE 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Begins throwing program Clippard (shoulder) has begun his throwing program, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports.

Impact This marks a critical step toward the veteran reliever's return from a right shoulder strain. Clippard has been an effective bullpen option throughout his 14-year career and figures to return for his second stint with the Diamondbacks sometime in June.

MAY 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hits 60-day injured list Clippard (shoulder) was placed on the 60-day injured list Monday.

Impact Clippard was already looking at an extended absence due to a capsule sprain in his right shoulder, so this move was merely to make room on the 40-day roster for Chris Devenski, who clinched a spot on Arizona's Opening Day roster.

MARCH 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks' Gallen has sore forearm, might miss opener

The Arizona Diamondbacks might be missing their best pitcher on opening day

MARCH 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

D-backs shutting down Clippard for 6 weeks D-backs reliever Tyler Clippard has revealed he has a capsule sprain in his right shoulder and will be shut down for six weeks. “I've never...

MARCH 21, 2021 • MLB.COM

D-backs’ Clippard has shoulder sprain, out at least 6 weeks Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Tyler Clippard has a sprained right shoulder and won’t throw for at least the next six weeks.

MARCH 21, 2021 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

D-backs' Clippard has shoulder sprain, out at least 6 weeks SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Tyler Clippard has a sprained right shoulder and won't throw for at least the n...

MARCH 21, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

D-backs' Clippard has shoulder sprain, out at least 6 weeks FILE - In this Aug. 11, 2020, file photo, Minnesota Twins' Tyler Clippard throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Milw...

MARCH 21, 2021 • TUCSON.COM

D-backs' Clippard has shoulder sprain, out at least 6 weeks SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Tyler Clippard has a sprained right shoulder and won't throw for at least the n...

MARCH 21, 2021 • TUCSON.COM

D-backs' Clippard has shoulder sprain, out at least 6 weeks

Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Tyler Clippard has a sprained right shoulder and won’t throw for at least the next six weeks

MARCH 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Facing extended absence Clippard was diagnosed with a capsule sprain in his right shoulder and will be shut down for six weeks, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact The 36-year-old exited Friday's spring game with right shoulder discomfort and will now be sidelined for the foreseeable future. Clippard may not make his season debut until the end of May if he's unable to throw for the next six weeks.

MARCH 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Heading for MRI Clippard underwent an MRI on his right shoulder Saturday, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports.

Impact Clippard left his outing Friday against the Brewers with what was initially described as right shoulder discomfort. The test should reveal if there's anything more serious going on. If healthy, Clippard should serve as a high-leverage option for the Diamondbacks this season.

MARCH 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tyler Clippard's early exit raises concerns about Arizona Diamondbacks' bullpen Veteran right-hander Tyler Clippard walked off the mound with an injury on Friday, a possible blow to the Diamondbacks bullpen.

MARCH 20, 2021 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Clippard exits with right shoulder injury PHOENIX -- Something seemed off about Tyler Clippard almost immediately in his relief outing for the D-backs on Friday afternoon. His veloci...

MARCH 20, 2021 • MLB.COM

Exits with right shoulder injury Clippard exited Friday's spring game against the Brewers with right shoulder discomfort, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.

Impact Clippard struggled mightily in his relief appearance Friday, as he allowed seven runs on four hits and two walks while failing to record an out as he was charged with the loss. The right-hander will be evaluated further by the team's medical staff to determine the severity of his injury.

MARCH 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

D-backs stand pat, ready to show rough 2020 was a fluke

The Arizona Diamondbacks didn't do much to improve their roster after a rough 2020 season

MARCH 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Deal made official The Diamondbacks made the signing of Clippard official Friday, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. The deal is valued at $2.25 million for 2021 and includes a mutual option valued at...

Impact The 36-year-old Clippard has stayed remarkably healthy throughout a 14-year career, something he attributes to the preparation routine he's adhered to since the minor leagues. The dependability and durability will be helpful in a bullpen that will include several young arms. Clippard will pitch at the back end of the bullpen, per Diamondbacks assistant general manager Amiel Sawdaye, as a setup to the closer, whether that be Joakim Soria or Stefan Crichton. Last year, Clippard made 26 appearances and had a 2.77 ERA for Minnesota.

FEBRUARY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tyler Clippard hopes to bring leadership, durability to D-Backs’ bullpen Diamondbacks right-hander Tyler Clippard, whose one-year deal became official on Friday, said there are a number of ways he expects to help...

FEBRUARY 27, 2021 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Versatile Clippard ready for any role in D-backs bullpen FILE - In this Aug. 11, 2020, file photo, Minnesota Twins' Tyler Clippard throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Milw...

FEBRUARY 26, 2021 • TUCSON.COM

Versatile Clippard ready for any role in D-backs bullpen

The Arizona Diamondbacks have a lot of uncertainty in their bullpen this spring and essentially every role is up for grabs

FEBRUARY 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS