Tyler Gilbert Injury News & Updates

Gilbert was outrighted to Triple-A Reno on Monday and elected free agency, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Gilbert failed to see much action in Arizona during the 2023 campaign, accruing a 5.19 ERA and 1.50 WHIP with 19 punchouts across 17.1 innings. He'll test his luck elsewhere after refusing a minor-league assignment.

Gilbert was optioned to Triple-A Reno on Saturday.

Gilbert will head to Reno after he spent over a month with the major-league roster, producing a 5.19 ERA and 1.50 WHIP with 19 strikeouts over 17.1 innings in 11 appearances since July 8. Nabil Crismatt had his contract selected from Triple-A and will replace him in the major-league bullpen ahead of Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader with San Diego.

The Diamondbacks reinstated Gilbert from the paternity list Wednesday.

Gilbert made one three-inning appearance with the D-backs before leaving to spend time with his growing family. He allowed run run across three innings while striking out two batters, and he could possibly be a candidate for the fifth spot in Arizona's rotation to begin the second half. Carlos Vargas was optioned to Triple-A Reno in a corresponding move.

The Diamondbacks placed Gilbert on the paternity list Sunday.

Just one day after getting called up Triple-A Reno and tossing three innings of one-run ball out of the bullpen in a 3-2 win over the Pirates, Gilbert will leave the team in anticipation of the birth of his child. Gilbert should be ready to rejoin the Diamondbacks coming out of the All-Star break, but it's unclear if Arizona plans to keep him on hand as a bullpen option or potential No. 5 starter.

The Diamondbacks selected Gilbert from Triple-A Reno on Saturday.

Gilbert holds an unimpressive 5.67 ERA and 1.39 WHIP through 54 innings in the minors this season, but he will be called upon to bolster the D-backs' pitching staff. It's unclear whether Gilbert will be used out of the bullpen -- as he has been most of this season in Reno -- or join Arizona's rotation, but it would be wise to curb expectations for the 29-year-old lefty either way. Kyle Lewis was optioned to Triple-A to clear a spot on the active roster, and Drey Jameson (elbow) was transferred to the 60-day IL to open a 40-man spot.

Gilbert (elbow) was reassigned Tuesday to the minor-league side of Diamondbacks camp.

Gilbert had surrendered 10 earned runs through only 5.1 innings of work this spring in Cactus League play. It's perhaps notable that the 29-year-old southpaw finished the 2022 season on the 60-day injured list with a left elbow sprain.

Gilbert (elbow) tossed two innings and gave up two runs on five hits while striking out one in his Cactus League debut Feb. 28 in the Diamondbacks' 4-1 loss to the White Sox.

Gilbert closed the 2022 season on the 60-day injured list due to a left elbow sprain, but his return to game action early in the Diamondbacks' Cactus League slate offers encouragement that he's now moved past the health concern. Arizona removed Gilbert from its 40-man roster in December, so he could have a tough time getting another look in the majors unless he dazzles at Triple-A Reno. He struggled mightily over his 44 innings in the Pacific Coast League in 2022, logging a 7.57 ERA and 1.80 WHIP.

Gilbert cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Reno on Thursday.

Gilbert will remain in the organization after passing through waivers unclaimed. The left-hander posted a 5.24 ERA in 34.1 innings in 2022 before an elbow injury ended his season.

The Diamondbacks designated Gilbert for assignment Thursday.

It's unclear whether Gilbert made a full recovery from a left elbow strain which ended his 2022 season in early August. Having posted a 5.24 ERA in 34.1 innings before the injury, Gilbert appears unlikely to draw much interest on waivers. Then again, his 2021 no-hitter demonstrated his potential when healthy and effective.

Gilbert (elbow) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Wednesday.

Gilbert landed on the injured list last week due to a left elbow sprain, and he'll be unavailable until at least late September after being transferred to the 60-day IL. It's not yet clear whether the Diamondbacks expect him to return prior to the end of the regular season, but it wouldn't be surprising to see him held out for the remainder of the year since Arizona isn't in playoff contention. Tommy Henry's contract was selected Wednesday to take Gilbert's place in the rotation.

Gilbert was placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to July 27, due to a left elbow sprain Friday.

Gilbert apparently picked up the injury during Tuesday's start against the Giants, when he surrendered two runs over four frames in a no-decision. The left-hander will miss at least a couple turns through the rotation and will be eligible to be reinstated Aug. 11, though given it's an elbow issue he seems unlikely to be healthy by that time.

Gilbert didn't factor into the decision during Tuesday's 7-3 victory over San Francisco, allowing two runs on four hits and one walk with two strikeouts in four innings.

Making his fourth start of July, Gilbert kept San Francisco quiet aside from a Wilmer Flores two-run home run in the third inning. Despite a reasonable 71 pitches through four frames, manager Torey Lovullo opted to turn to the bullpen with the top of the Giants' lineup due to bat a third time in the fifth inning. The 28-year-old has pitched well this month to the tune of a 2.95 ERA across 18.1 innings while surrendering no more than three runs in any start, however, the lefty remains winless. He carries a 5.24 ERA and 1.25 WHIP into his next start, tentatively scheduled for next week against Cleveland.

Gilbert allowed three runs on five hits and a walk with one strikeout in five-plus innings in a no-decision versus the Padres on the Saturday.

Gilbert allowed only one run through five innings, but he put two runners aboard in the sixth. Luke Voit then took reliever Noe Ramirez deep for a three-run home run, denying Gilbert a chance at his first win of the season. Despite the late fade, this was a decent performance for the southpaw. He ends the first half of 2022 with a 5.34 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 18:9 K:BB in 30.1 innings, and he'll look to improve upon his 0-3 record after the All-Star break.

Gilbert didn't factor into the decision during Sunday's 3-2 loss to Colorado, allowing three hits and one walk with one strikeout in 5.2 scoreless innings.

After working out of a two-on one-out jam in the first inning, Gilbert cruised the rest of the way and was in line for his first win until the bullpen surrendered three runs in the seventh. The 28-year-old has allowed one run in 9.2 innings since rejoining the rotation July 5, though he's struck out only three batters in the span. With the successful performances, Gilbert has lowered his ERA from 7.88 to 5.33 while his WHIP sits at 1.26. He lines up for one more start against San Diego next weekend before the All-Star Break.

Gilbert is scheduled to start Sunday's game against the Rockies in Arizona.

Gilbert was solid enough in an abbreviated start Tuesday against the Giants -- he allowed one earned run over 3.2 innings in a no-decision -- to warrant a second turn through the Arizona rotation this weekend. Since throwing a no-hitter in his first MLB start last August, Gilbert has produced a 5.55 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 7.9 K-BB% across 47 innings with Arizona.

Gilbert allowed a run on four hits and a walk with two strikeouts in 3.2 innings in a no-decision versus the Giants on Tuesday.

The lone run against Gilbert was a sacrifice fly by Joc Pederson in the fourth inning. While he didn't pitch deep into Tuesday's game, throwing 34 strikes among 56 pitches, Gilbert put in a solid effort for a spot starter. He has a 6.86 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 16:7 K:BB across 19.2 innings overall at the big-league level in 2022. If he remains in the rotation, he's lined up for a home start versus the Rockies this weekend.

Gilbert was recalled from Triple-A Reno to start Tuesday versus the Giants.

The Diamondbacks are in need of an extra starter with Zach Davies (shoulder) on the injured list, and Gilbert will receive the call to start Tuesday. The left-hander has struggled through four big-league outings this year with a 7.88 ERA across 16 innings, but a strong showing against San Francisco could earn him another turn through the rotation.

Gilbert will be called up to start Tuesday's game against the Giants, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.

Gilbert was hit hard in his last outing with the big-league club, surrendering seven runs (six earned) on five hits and two walks while fanning two over 1.2 frames against the Reds. It's worth noting that he's given up three runs or fewer in his last four minor-league starts since that nightmare performance, but the Giants will be a tough test for the 28-year-old southpaw.

The Diamondbacks optioned Gilbert to Triple-A Reno on Wednesday.

Gilbert's demotion comes as little surprise after he was blasted for seven runs (six earned) on five hits and two walks over 1.2 innings in Tuesday's 14-8 loss to the Reds. The Diamondbacks still have a need for a No. 5 starter while Humberto Castellanos (elbow) is on the shelf, but the newly signed Dallas Keuchel or Caleb Smith look like the frontrunners for the job when Gilbert's next turn in the rotation comes up this weekend in Philadelphia.

Gilbert (0-3) took the loss Tuesday against the Reds after surrendering seven runs (six earned) on five hits with two strikeouts and two walks over 1.2 innings.

The 28-year-old threw only 31 of his 55 pitches for strikes, and homers from Joey Votto and Brandon Drury accounted for five of the runs against him. The left-hander was promoted from Triple-A Reno for Tuesday's start with Humberto Castellanos (elbow) on the injured list, but Gilbert's performance certainly didn't help his case for a rotation spot. He gave up two runs in his first two outings of the season but has allowed six earned runs in his past two starts.

Gilbert was recalled from Triple-A Reno prior to Tuesday's start against the Reds in Cincinnati.

The left-hander will fill in as Tuesday's starter after Humberto Castellanos (elbow) was placed on the 15-day injured list last week. However, Gilbert might not stick around in the major-league rotation since the Diamondbacks signed Dallas Keuchel to a minor-league deal Monday. Gilbert has made three appearances (two starts) in the big leagues this year and has posted a 5.02 ERA and 1.12 WHIP in 14.1 innings.

The Diamondbacks will recall Gilbert from Triple-A Reno to start Tuesday's game against the Reds in Cincinnati, Jody Jackson of Bally Sports Arizona reports.

With Humberto Castellanos (elbow) moving to the 15-day injured list last week, Gilbert will be summoned from the minors to fill the opening in the rotation. Even though Castellanos is likely to miss at least two turns through the rotation, Gilbert may not serve as his replacement beyond Tuesday. Arizona signed veteran Dallas Keuchel to a minor-league deal Monday, and he could be called upon to fill in for Castellanos the next time his turn comes up this weekend in Philadelphia. Gilbert has turned in a 5.02 ERA and 1.12 WHIP in 14.1 innings with Arizona this season, but his ratios have been much more unsightly over his seven starts at Reno (10.65 ERA, 2.11 WHIP).

Diamondbacks pitching coach Brent Strom said Gilbert will "probably" start Tuesday in Cincinnati, Jose M. Romero of the Arizona Republic reports.

Gilbert, who is currently on the taxi squad while Arizona is on the road, would be taking the spot vacated by the injured Humberto Castellanos (elbow). The left-hander has made three appearances for Arizona this season, pitching to a 5.02 ERA while allowing five home runs in 14.1 innings.

The Diamondbacks optioned Gilbert to Triple-A Reno on Wednesday.

The move was expected after Gilbert was designated as the 27th man for Tuesday's doubleheader with the Dodgers. He started the first game of the twin bill, taking the loss after giving up six runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out six over 5.2 innings.

Gilbert (0-2) took the loss during Game 1 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Dodgers after giving up six runs on seven hits with six strikeouts and two walks over 5.2 innings.

The left-hander began the matinee by allowing only a solo home run through five innings, but he gave up five runs on two walks and four hits, including three more long balls, during the sixth frame. Gilbert had a 2.08 ERA across 8.2 innings to begin the season, but Tuesday's performance ballooned his ERA to 5.02, and he's now likely to return to Triple-A Reno after serving as the 27th man for the twin bill.

Gilbert will be called up from Triple-A Reno and is listed as the Diamondbacks' starting pitcher for the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader with the Dodgers.

Arizona will likely designate Gilbert as the 27th man for the twin bill before sending him back out to Reno immediately after the start, his second of the season and third outing overall at the big-league level in 2022. Between his previous two appearances, Gilbert struck out six and allowed two earned runs on five hits and two walks over 8.2 innings. However, he's been much less productive over a larger sample of 14.2 innings at Triple-A this season, logging an 11.60 ERA, 1.90 WHIP and 6:5 K:BB across four starts.

Gilbert was optioned to Triple-A Reno on Thursday.

Gilbert's first major-league this year came as a starter, but he tossed three innings out of the bullpen during Monday's loss to the Dodgers. He'll now head back to the minors, where he's served as a starter in each of his first two outings of the season. Luis Frias and Tyler Holton were called up to provide additional bullpen depth.

Gilbert allowed one run on two hits and one walk while striking out three over three innings in Monday's 4-0 loss to the Dodgers.

Gilbert, who made a spot start last week against the Nationals, was called up Monday and will operate out of the bullpen. His role could change, per Theo Mackie of the Arizona Republic, who reports manager Torey Lovullo left the door open for Gilbert to start down the road. The left-hander made six starts in 2021, posting a 3.47 ERA and 1.02 WHIP with a 20/11 K/BB ratio over 36.1 innings.

Gilbert was recalled by the Diamondbacks on Monday.

Gilbert made a spot start Tuesday in the second game of a doubleheader against the Nationals and looked good, allowing one run in 5.2 innings, but he wound up taking the loss. He's up on a seemingly more permanent basis this time around, though it's unclear what his role will be.

Gilbert (0-1) took the loss during the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Nationals, allowing one run on three hits and one walk over 5.2 innings. He struck out three.

It was an impressive season debut for the 28-year-old lefty, who was called up earlier in the day to make a spot start, but unfortunately for Gilbert he had no margin for error as the Dimaondbacks got shut out in the nightcap. He will likely be returned to Triple-A Reno, but Gilbert's performance might have been good enough to let him stick around in the majors in a swing man/sixth starter role.

The Diamondbacks recalled Gilbert from Triple-A Reno ahead of his scheduled start Tuesday in the second game of Arizona's doubleheader in Washington.

With Arizona playing six games in a five-day stretch, Gilbert is stepping into the rotation as a temporary sixth starter. Since the Diamondbacks have designated him as their 29th man for the twin bill, Gilbert will be optioned back to Reno following his start Tuesday. In 40 innings with the big club in 2021, Gilbert submitted a 3.15 ERA and 1.02 WHIP over 40 innings, but those strong ratios were supported by weak peripherals (7.6 K-BB%, 38.6 percent groundball rate, 5.09 xFIP). Gilbert thus profiles as a risky DFS and season-long streaming option.

The Diamondbacks plan to call up Gilbert from Triple-A Reno to start the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader with the Nationals, Jody Jackson of Bally Sports Arizona reports.

Arizona is likely to make the transaction official following the front end of the doubleheader, with Gilbert expected to be designated as the Diamondbacks' 29th man for the twin bill. Gilbert notably tossed a no-hitter against the Padres in his MLB debut a season ago, but his 3.15 ERA and 1.02 WHIP over 40 innings with the big club was supported by poor peripherals (7.6 K-BB%, 38.6 percent groundball rate, 5.09 xFIP). He'll likely be headed back to Reno after his spot start Tuesday.

Gilbert was optioned to Triple-A Reno on Saturday.

Gilbert pitched a no-hitter and finished with a 3.15 ERA in 40 innings as a 27-year-old rookie last year, but he won't get the chance to reprise that performance right away. He should be one of Arizona's top options when the team needs more pitching depth, though his 15.9 percent strikeout rate suggests he's unlikely to repeat his strong ERA in his next MLB opportunity.

Gilbert allowed two hits over three scoreless innings in Tuesday's spring training game against the Rangers.

Gilbert, who is vying for the final spot in the rotation, entered the game in the fifth inning and turned in a strong outing. "He gets very quick, easy outs, looks like he controls counts, a lot of weak contact," manager Torey Lovullo told Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic. "He's out of the middle of the zone and missing barrels. I thought he threw the ball really well." The left-hander made his MLB debut in 2021 and threw a no-hitter against the Padres in first major league start. Gilbert pitched well over the final six weeks, posting a 3.47 ERA and 1.018 WHIP but had just 5.0 K/9.

Gilbert (elbow) could be a frontrunner for the fifth starter, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.

With the top four rotation spots in place, Gilbert and Dan Straily are considered the front runners for the final spot. Gilbert made a splash last season as a 27-year-old making his MLB debut, when he tossed a no-hitter against the Padres. He went on to post a 3.15 ERA over nine starts before elbow inflammation ended his season in September.

Gilbert was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with left elbow inflammation.

Gilbert earned a win Sunday against the Mariners after allowing two runs on two hits across 5.1 innings. but he's apparently dealing with an arm issue. It's unclear if the left-hander will pitch again this season with less than three weeks left to go. Merrill Kelly (illness) was activated from the COVID-19 injured list in a corresponding move and will start Wednesday versus the Dodgers.

Gilbert (2-2) allowed two earned runs on two hits and one walk while striking out two across 5.1 innings, earning the win over the Mariners on Sunday.

Gilbert allowed a pair of solo home runs to Mitch Haniger and Dylan Moore, but he did not allow any other runs. It was his first win since his no-hitter on Aug. 14. The 27-year-old has a 3.15 ERA and 1.03 WHIP with 25 punchouts in 40 innings. His next start is scheduled for Saturday in Houston.

Gilbert didn't factor into the decision in a 10-4 loss to Seattle on Sunday, allowing three runs on four hits and two walks with four strikeouts in seven innings.

Gilbert permitted two runs on two hits in the fourth inning and another run in the seventh to depart with the game knotted at 3-3. The rookie has accumulated a decent 4.06 ERA in five starts since joining rotation, though his upside remains limited by a mere 19 strikeouts in those 31 innings.

Gilbert (1-2) allowed five runs (three earned) on eight hits and one walk while striking out four across five innings, taking the loss to the Padres on Monday.

It took Gilbert 91 pitches to get through five innings as five runs scored in the first three innings, started by a Fernando Tatis two-run homer. Since Gilbert fired a no-hitter in his first MLB start, he has allowed nine runs over 15 innings in three outings. His next start is scheduled for Sunday against Seattle.

Gilbert allowed two earned runs on three hits and three walks while striking out four across five innings Wednesday against the Pirates. He did not factor into the decision.

Gilbert didn't allow a baserunner across his first three innings of work, but he ran into trouble later in his start. He loaded the bases in the fourth frame but avoided major damage. One inning later, he allowed multiple runners to reach scoring position work but allowed only one additional earned run. In a tougher matchup, Gilbert likely would have had a more difficult time preventing runs, and he's now allowed 12 hits and four walks while striking out only six across 10 innings and two starts since tossing a no-hitter on Aug. 14.

Gilbert completed five innings against Colorado on Friday, allowing four runs on nine hits and one walk while striking out two. He did not factor in the decision.

The southpaw's bid for a second-straight no-hitter fizzled quickly Friday when Brendan Rodgers singled with one out in the bottom of the first inning. Gilbert got out of that frame unscored upon but gave up four runs between the second and fourth innings and departed after the fifth having thrown 85 pitches. The rookie induced only six swinging strikes and punched out just two batters, making for an unfriendly fantasy outing. Gilbert's next turn in the rotation is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday at Pittsburgh.

Gilbert is scheduled to make a second straight start for Arizona on Friday in Colorado.

Arizona's decision to keep Gilbert in the rotation for another turn comes as little surprise after he became the first pitcher since 1953 to toss a no-hitter in his first MLB start last weekend versus the Padres. Gilbert struck out only five batters and induced nine swinging strikes in the nine-inning outing, suggesting that his ERA and WHIP will be in line for a correction once his BABIP normalizes. Pitching at altitude in Coors Field certainly won't help Gilbert's chances of submitting another gem.

Gilbert (1-1) fired a complete game no-hitter on three walks while striking out five, earning the win over the Padres on Saturday.

Gilbert made his first career start in his fourth appearance this season. He was the first player to throw a no-hitter in his first MLB start since Bobo Holloman in 1953 for the St. Louis Browns, per AP News. He allowed just three walks, which happened to all be against Tommy Pham. The 27-year-old has yet to allow an earned run and has just two hits against him in 12.2 innings this season. His fantastic performance bodes well for his chance to earn another start.

Gilbert will start Saturday's game against the Padres, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports.

Gilbert joined the major-league club in early August, and he's struck out five in 3.2 scoreless innings across three relief appearances. The southpaw worked mainly as a starter at Triple-A Reno to begin the year, so he should be able to handle a normal workload in his first major-league start.