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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
DJ Herz (LHP, Washington Nationals) is progressing well in his recovery from Tommy John surgery performed in April 2025. As of May 15, 2026, Herz has reached a significant milestone by throwing live batting practice for the first time since surgery. This represents substantial progress in his rehabilitation timeline. The Nationals expect a rehab assignment to follow in the near future, with a potential midseason return (around June-July 2026) if his recovery trajectory continues at its current pace. Herz remains on the 60-day injured list but is making steady advancement through his throwing program.
Strengths
- + Progressing through Tommy John surgery recovery on schedule
- + Successfully throwing live batting practice - major rehab milestone
- + Expected midseason return if current trajectory continues
- + Nationals optimistic about recovery timeline
- + No setbacks reported in rehabilitation process
Weaknesses
- - Still recovering from Tommy John surgery (UCL repair)
- - Currently on 60-day injured list
- - Approximately 13+ months post-surgery with continued recovery needed
- - Will require rehab assignment before MLB return
- - Uncertainty regarding exact return date
Injury Status: IL-60
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DJ Herz is a sp for the Washington Nationals.
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