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Fantasy Baseball Injury News
Check out the latest news and notes from around fantasy baseball.
Alex Verdugo (groin) removed from Wednesday’s game
Alex Verdugo was removed from Wednesday’s game due to left groin tightness.
Fantasy Impact
Although the move was reported as precautionary, it will be worth monitoring as a the Red Sox open a series with San Diego on Friday. Fantasy managers should consider Verdugo day-to-day for now.
Jesse Garcia
Dustin May expected to miss at least six weeks
Dustin May was diagnosed with a flexor pronator strain and is expected to miss about six weeks.
Fantasy Impact
May was removed after just one inning of work during his Wednesday start after recording lower than average velocity on his fastball. This is a major blow to fantasy managers and the Dodgers as May was off to a great start to his 2023 season. Fantasy managers will need to find a reliable replacement for at least the next six weeks.
Jesse Garcia
Manny Machado has a fracture in his left hand
Manny Machado had imaging Wednesday that revealed a fracture in his left hand.
Fantasy Impact
The good news is that the Padres and manager Bob Melvin do not believe that he will require time on the injured list. Fantasy managers should consider Machado day-to-day and keep in mind that the situation could change should the Padres determine he needs a short IL stint.
Jesse Garcia
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