Dodgers’ Blake Snell throws for first time since elbow surgery
Blake Snell of the Dodgers has resumed throwing just weeks after undergoing elbow surgery. The surgery involved the removal of loose bodies and was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache using a new medical device. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts indicated that Snell's recovery will be carefully managed and may take some time.
- ▪Blake Snell played catch for the first time since his surgery 2 ½ weeks ago.
- ▪The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache using a smaller medical device.
- ▪Dodgers manager Dave Roberts emphasized the importance of taking care of Snell during his recovery.
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MLB Dodgers’ Blake Snell throws for first time since elbow surgery By Dylan Hernandez Published June 5, 2026, 10:32 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google Blake Snell is already throwing again. Before the Dodgers’ series opener against the Angels on Friday, Snell played catch for the first time since he underwent surgery to remove loose bodies from his elbow just 2 ½ weeks ago. “He was excited about that, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said. Snell’s operation was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who used a new medical device that is smaller than a traditional arthroscope. Blake Snell is already throwing again.
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