Pitcher injuries are a major concern in Major League Baseball, with a significant number of players needing season-ending surgery.

The rate of pitchers undergoing Tommy John surgery has increased to 34.2% in 2023.

Factors contributing to the rise in injuries include the use of a pitch clock, emphasis on maximum effort pitching, regulation of foreign substances, and early specialization in pitching.

New York Yankees' Gerrit Cole has voiced frustration over the lack of collaboration between MLB and players to solve the injury problem.

MLB is actively studying pitcher health to identify and implement potential solutions for the injury uptick.