Daniel Bard to Miss Rockies Spring Training After Knee Surgery

The Colorado Rockies' reliever faces a five to seven week recovery following surgery for a torn meniscus.

Rockies reliever Daniel Bard will undergo surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee, sidelining him for spring training.
Bard, who was expected to compete for the closer role, faces a recovery timeline of five to seven weeks.
The injury occurred during a throwing session about 10 days ago, with Bard experiencing a pop in his knee.
Bard's 2023 season was marked by challenges, including anxiety and forearm tightness, contributing to a 4.56 ERA across 50 games.
Despite these setbacks, Bard remains a key figure for the Rockies, having signed a two-year, $19 million contract before the 2023 season.