Orthopedic Surgeon Discusses Recovery, Injury Issues For Seattle Mariners' Victor Robles

Dr. Michael Fu from the Hospital For Special Surgery joined the "Refuse to Lose" podcast this week to talk about what's next for the M's outfielder, who is sidelined for at least the next three months.

Seattle Mariners right fielder Victor Robles (10) claps and celebrates with Seattle Mariners left fielder Randy Arozarena (not pictured) for driving in the run during the ninth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on April 6. | Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

This week, we got the awful news that Seattle Mariners outfielder Victor Robles is set to be sidelined for at least the next 12 weeks because of a dislocated shoulder and a fracture in that shoulder.

In addition to the dislocation and fracture, Robles undoubtedly tore his labrum in his left shoulder.

Speaking on the most recent edition of the "Refuse to Lose" podcast, Dr. Michael Fu of the Hospital For Special Surgery weighed in on Robles's injury, recovery timeline and potential issues moving forward. He's an orthopedic surgeon, shoulder expert and the former team doctor for the Chicago White Sox.

#Mariners outfielder Victor Robles dislocated his shoulder and undoubtedly tore his labrum.

I asked Dr. Michael Fu of @HSpecialSurgery if he's at risk for more shoulder issues in the future now.

His answer, on the latest podcast:https://t.co/rkgkVK0wBw#TridentsUp pic.twitter.com/dgZbbmZYTf

— Brady Farkas (@RefuseToLosePod) April 13, 2025

In the interview, he said that Robles is at a slightly higher risk for recurring shoulder issues now, and he added that he wouldn't be "surprised" to see Robles get surgery to address the labrum tear in the offseason.

You can listen to the full interview with Dr. Fu HERE:

Robles was hitting .273 in the early going for Seattle. He stole 30 bases last season in 77 games and is a spark plug at the top of the lineup. With the 12-week timeline, he's expected to be out until at least the All-Star break.

The Mariners have been using Luke Raley in his absence in right field. Dom Canzone is also on the roster and is an option. The M's enter play on Sunday at 7-8 overall and in third place in the American League West. They'll take on the Texas Rangers again on Sunday with first pitch coming at 1:10 p.m. ET.

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