Shane Bieber Injury Update: Strong Rehab Start with High-A Lake County

Updated 23 July 2025 10:08 AM

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Shane Bieber Injury Update: Strong Rehab Start with High-A Lake County

Shane Bieber Injury Update

Shane Bieber is steadily progressing in his recovery from Tommy John surgery performed in April 2024. The Cleveland Guardians pitcher recently completed a three-inning, 43-pitch rehab start with High-A Lake County on July 22, 2025, allowing just one run and striking out four batters.

This marks a significant step forward after a brief setback in June due to elbow soreness. The Guardians are cautiously optimistic, taking one rehab outing at a time as Bieber works to build up his pitch count.

Shane Bieber News

Bieber resumed his rehab assignment following June's elbow soreness, pitching scoreless innings in the Arizona Complex League and subsequently joining High-A Lake County for further rehab starts. Guardians manager Stephen Vogt has praised Bieber's leadership and influence in the clubhouse during his recovery period, emphasizing his guidance for younger pitchers.

Shane Bieber Return 

Shane Bieber has resumed rehab assignments, and recent performances indicate positive progression toward his comeback. His successful simulated games and minor league starts signal an imminent return to major league action, with the Guardians planning to integrate him into the rotation as soon as he is ready and fully cleared.

Shane Bieber Contract

In December 2024, Shane Bieber signed a one-year, $14 million contract to remain with the Cleveland Guardians for the 2025 season. The contract includes a $16 million player option for 2026. Bieber chose to re-sign with Cleveland despite reportedly higher offers from other teams, reflecting his commitment to the organization.

Shane Bieber Stats

Category

2022

2023

2024

W-L

13-8

6-6

2-0

ERA

2.88

3.80

0.00

Games

31

21

2

Innings

200

128

12

SO

198

107

20

WHIP

1.04

1.23

0.92

Who Is Shane Bieber?

Shane Bieber is a professional baseball pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians in Major League Baseball. Born May 31, 1995, he rose from being a college walk-on at UC Santa Barbara to an MLB ace. He was drafted in the fourth round of the 2016 MLB draft by the then-Cleveland Indians and made his major league debut in 2018. Bieber is celebrated for his pitching command and was the AL Cy Young Award winner in 2020.

Full Name

Shane Robert Bieber

Born

May 31, 1995, in Orange, California

College

UC Santa Barbara

MLB Debut

2018 (Cleveland Guardians, formerly Indians)

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FAQs 

What was Shane Bieber’s injury?

He underwent Tommy John surgery on his right elbow in April 2024 and has been in rehab since.

What notable awards has Bieber won?

He won the AL Cy Young Award in 2020 and is a two-time All-Star.

What is Shane Bieber’s current contract?

He signed a one-year, $14 million contract with the Cleveland Guardians for the 2025 season, with a $16 million player option for 2026.

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