Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Gavin Stone will miss two weeks of throwing after being diagnosed with shoulder inflammation but no structural damage. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed the results Tuesday following a scan, calling it an encouraging sign for Stone's comeback. The right-hander had been building back from October 2024 shoulder surgery that kept him off the mound entirely last season.

Stone's injury history adds context to this latest setback. The 27-year-old was enjoying a breakout 2024 season before the shoulder issue shut him down, posting an 11-5 record with a 3.53 ERA across 25 starts. His absence from the Dodgers' pitching rotation last year created a significant void that the team has been eager to fill as he works his way back.

The inflammation diagnosis provides a clearer path forward for Stone's recovery timeline. While two weeks without throwing represents a minor delay, the lack of structural damage means he can avoid more invasive procedures. For the Dodgers, managing Stone's workload carefully during spring training becomes even more critical as they balance his long-term health against their need for pitching depth heading into the regular season.