Guardians' Chase DeLauter Exits Game with Foot Injury

Outfielder leaves Tuesday's contest after fouling ball off left foot.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:33am

Cleveland Guardians outfielder Chase DeLauter was removed from Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers after fouling a ball off his left foot in the first inning. The team will evaluate the extent of the injury through imaging tests, with Angel Martinez and Daniel Schneemann potentially seeing increased playing time in the outfield if DeLauter needs to miss additional games.

Why it matters

DeLauter has struggled with injuries throughout his young MLB career, and any extended absence would be a significant blow to the Guardians' outfield depth and lineup. The team is hoping for positive news from the medical evaluation to avoid losing one of their top offensive threats for an extended period.

The details

In the first inning of Tuesday's game, DeLauter fouled a pitch off his left foot and immediately headed to the Guardians' clubhouse. The team did not provide an immediate update on the severity of the injury, but will likely conduct imaging tests to determine if there is any structural damage that could sideline the 24-year-old outfielder.

  • DeLauter was injured in the first inning of Tuesday's game against the Dodgers.

The players

Chase DeLauter

A 24-year-old outfielder for the Cleveland Guardians who has struggled with injuries throughout his young MLB career.

Angel Martinez

A Guardians outfielder who could see increased playing time if DeLauter needs to miss games due to his foot injury.

Daniel Schneemann

Another Guardians outfielder who could see more opportunities if DeLauter is sidelined.

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What’s next

The Guardians will evaluate the results of imaging tests on DeLauter's left foot to determine the severity of the injury and a potential timeline for his return to the lineup.

The takeaway

Injuries have been a persistent issue for Chase DeLauter, and this latest foot ailment is a concerning development for the Guardians as they look to build on their success from last season. The team will hope for good news from the medical tests, but may need to rely on depth pieces like Martinez and Schneemann if DeLauter faces an extended absence.