Santos Escobar’s Return Timeline Revealed After Triceps Surgery

Santos Escobar is going to be out of action for a while following surgery — and now there’s a clearer idea of just how long AAA could be without him.

After confirming he underwent surgery for a torn triceps, a new report has revealed that this isn’t a short-term recovery, but a lengthy absence that will keep him sidelined for months. According to Fightful Select on March 22, 2026, Escobar isn’t expected back anytime soon, with recovery set to stretch well into the year.

“Santos Escobar is expected to be out until late into the summer at least after his triceps surgery.”

That timeline confirms what many feared after seeing Escobar in a hospital bed earlier this week — this wasn’t a minor setback, it’s a full stop on his in-ring momentum. The injury, which worsened following the AAA Rey de Reyes 2026 event, has now officially turned into a long-term absence, taking Escobar out of the picture during a crucial stretch of the year.

While the initial confusion around his WWE status has already been cleared up, this latest update shifts the focus entirely to recovery — and how long it’ll take before he can return to action. Bottom line — Escobar’s not going anywhere, but he’s also not coming back anytime soon. With a return expected late in the summer at the earliest, AAA will have to move forward without him for the foreseeable future.

Do you think Santos Escobar can pick up right where he left off after this kind of injury layoff, or will this slow down his momentum in AAA? Drop your thoughts below and leave your feedback.