Doug Mann
2 min read • September 16, 2024
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Injuries continue to impact key players across MLB, with several stars facing uncertain futures as the postseason approaches. Here's an update on notable injuries affecting teams.
Injuries continue to challenge several MLB teams as they make their final push toward the postseason. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the latest updates on significant player injuries across the league.
Ozzie Albies (Wrist Fracture): Albies plans to bat exclusively right-handed upon his return, expected within the next week.
Ryne Nelson (Shoulder Discomfort): Nelson was placed on the 15-day IL with right shoulder discomfort but is expected to return as soon as he is eligible.
Gabriel Moreno (Adductor Strain): Moreno was activated from the IL on Sunday after recovering from a left adductor strain.
Paul Sewald (Neck Discomfort): Sewald was placed on the 15-day IL with left neck discomfort.
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (Calf Strain): Gurriel had four at-bats at the Spring Training facility but did not run the bases, suggesting a cautious approach to his recovery.
Jon Singleton (Illness): Singleton was scratched from the lineup on Sunday due to illness.
Ben Gamel (Knee Contusion): Gamel suffered a knee contusion while making a catch and remains day-to-day.
Tanner Houck (Shoulder Fatigue): Houck was scratched from Friday’s start due to right shoulder fatigue.
Rob Refsnyder (Wrist Soreness): Refsnyder missed consecutive games due to a sore right wrist and may be placed on the IL if the condition doesn’t improve.
Liam Hendriks (Tommy John Recovery): Hendriks is aiming for a return this season after receiving a cortisone shot to manage fluid buildup in his right forearm.
Justin Steele (Flexor Tendinitis): Steele threw a 40-pitch bullpen session and hopes to be activated during the Cubs’ upcoming homestand.
Hunter Greene (Elbow Soreness): Greene’s next bullpen session was pushed back due to logistical issues, but he’s expected to throw on Tuesday.
Matt McLain (Shoulder Surgery): McLain is not expected to return before the season ends, according to manager David Bell.
Steven Kwan (Back Soreness): Kwan missed several games over the weekend due to back soreness and remains out as a precaution.
Michael Lorenzen (Hamstring Strain): Lorenzen is dealing with post-start soreness from a rehab appearance and remains day-to-day.
Chris Stratton (Forearm Strain): Stratton was placed on the IL with a right forearm flexor strain.
Brandon Drury (Hamstring Tightness) and Michael Stefanic (Calf Tightness): Both players are day-to-day and were out of the lineup Sunday.
Ben Joyce (Shoulder Impingement): Joyce has been shut down for the season as a precaution.
Samuel Aldegheri (Blister): Aldegheri’s season is over due to a blister on his left middle finger.
Carson Fulmer (Elbow Inflammation): Fulmer continues to progress, having thrown a bullpen session on Friday.
Tyler Glasnow (Sprained Elbow): Glasnow has been diagnosed with a sprained elbow, and it’s highly unlikely he will return this season, according to manager Dave Roberts.
Clayton Kershaw (Bone Spur): Kershaw is unlikely to return during the regular season due to a bone spur in his left big toe. However, there’s potential for him to be activated during a possible postseason run.
Austin Barnes (Toe Contusion): Barnes exited Sunday’s game with a left big toe contusion.
Shohei Ohtani (Right Elbow Surgery): Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts left the door open for Ohtani to pitch in the postseason as the Dodgers need to support their depleted pitching rotation.
Francisco Lindor (Lower Back Soreness): Lindor made a brief return to the lineup Sunday but was removed after just one inning. He’s scheduled for an MRI on Monday to assess the issue.
Starling Marte (Forearm Contusion): Marte missed Sunday’s game after being hit by a pitch on Saturday. His status remains day-to-day.
Paul Blackburn (Spinal Fluid Leak): The Mets have shut Blackburn down indefinitely due to a spinal fluid leak. While concerning, team president David Stearns has downplayed the severity of the condition.
Kodai Senga (Calf Strain): Senga continues to progress from a high-grade left calf strain. He’s been throwing bullpen sessions and is scheduled to face hitters the week of September 16.
Dedniel Núñez (Flexor Tendon Strain): Núñez will miss the remainder of the season with a strained flexor tendon in his right arm. He’s received a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection and is aiming to avoid surgery.
Alec Bohm (Activated from IL): Bohm returned to the lineup on Sunday after being activated from the 10-day injured list.
Spencer Turnbull (Lat Strain): Turnbull threw a bullpen session Friday and is expected to throw another on Monday.
Tyler Fitzgerald (Back Tightness): Fitzgerald remains day-to-day after experiencing back stiffness, though an MRI revealed no structural damage.
Robbie Ray (Hamstring Strain): Ray was shut down after experiencing hamstring fatigue during a recent bullpen session but could make one more start before the season ends.
Corey Seager (Sports Hernia): Seager was scheduled for season-ending surgery to repair a sports hernia on his right side.
Bo Bichette (Calf Strain): Bichette, currently on a rehab assignment with Triple-A Buffalo, is on track to return as soon as Tuesday.
Joey Loperfido (Adductor Muscle Discomfort): Loperfido left Saturday’s game with left adductor muscle discomfort and did not play on Sunday.
Leo Jiménez (Finger Contusion): Jiménez was scratched from Saturday’s lineup due to a right index finger contusion but returned on Sunday.
CJ Abrams (Shoulder Stiffness): Abrams missed his third straight game on Sunday with left shoulder stiffness.
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Written by Doug Mann
