Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll has undergone surgery on his right elbow after experiencing increased discomfort following the conclusion of the 2026 season.

Carroll told Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic that the procedure was performed to remove loose bodies from his elbow. 

The procedure was also used by left-hander Tarik Skubal earlier in 2026. Skubal returned to the mound approximately six weeks after undergoing his operation, offering an encouraging example of the technology's potential to shorten recovery periods.

Carroll's situation, however, presents a different recovery process. The outfielder underwent surgery on his right arm, which is his non-throwing arm, meaning the procedure should have a limited impact on his preparation for the upcoming season.

Before the surgery, Carroll expected to begin his offseason hitting program in November. He will now postpone the start of his swinging activities by approximately two weeks, with December becoming the expected starting point.

Beyond that adjustment, the Diamondbacks outfielder anticipates having a relatively normal offseason. The primary objective will be allowing his elbow to recover before gradually returning to his usual baseball activities.

The discomfort initially surfaced during the regular season but became more noticeable in recent weeks. Rather than risk carrying the issue into another campaign, Carroll elected to address the problem through surgery.

The timing should give him sufficient opportunity to recover before Arizona begins preparations for 2027. Position players also generally have a different recovery timeline than pitchers following elbow procedures, particularly when the affected arm is not responsible for throwing.

Carroll's elbow procedure adds another item to a growing list of physical setbacks he has dealt with over the past year.

The 25-year-old previously underwent hamate surgery in February, although he recovered in time to avoid opening the 2026 campaign on the injured list. He also experienced minor issues involving his left hip and lower back throughout the season.

While the elbow ultimately required surgical intervention, Carroll indicated that his back was a more significant concern during the regular season. Getting that issue under control will also be important as he prepares for another year in Arizona.

Despite dealing with multiple physical setbacks, Carroll remained a productive contributor for the Diamondbacks. He finished the 2026 season with 22 home runs and 21 stolen bases while continuing to provide a major presence in Arizona's lineup.

The organization will benefit considerably from having Carroll fully healthy when spring training arrives. His latest surgery is not expected to significantly disrupt his offseason schedule, but his recovery will remain something to monitor as the Diamondbacks look ahead to 2027.