Greetings, fantasy baseball managers! As we all know, staying on top of player injuries is key to managing a successful roster. Let’s delve into the latest injury updates and see how they might affect your lineups this week.
Fantasy Baseball Injury Roundup
Alex Kirilloff (1B, OF – MIN)
In a unfortunate twist, Alex Kirilloff has been placed on the IL due to a right shoulder strain. The 25-year-old Minnesota Twins outfielder has been bothered by his shoulder over the past week, causing an early exit from Saturday’s game. The Twins activated LHP Caleb Thielbar from the IL to take Kirilloff’s roster spot. The Twins are optimistic that Kirilloff can avoid a lengthy stint on the injured list. Keep an eye on updates and adjust your roster accordingly.
Taylor Ward (OF – LAA)
Angels outfielder Taylor Ward is facing a recovery period after suffering multiple facial fractures. He has been placed on the 10-day injured list after being struck in the face by an Alek Manoah pitch in the fifth inning of Saturday’s game. With Ward sidelined, manager Phil Nevin is expected to mix things up in the lineup, so stay tuned for possible opportunities.
Jordan Romano (RP – TOR)
Blue Jays relief pitcher Jordan Romano has been placed on the 15-day IL with lower back inflammation. He left Friday’s game with discomfort after allowing two hits and a walk in 2/3 of an inning. Carrying a 2.79 ERA and a 1.19 WHIP in 44 games this season, Romano’s injury could open up relief pitcher opportunities for the Blue Jays. Keep an eye on updates for his condition and rehab plan.
Zach Neto (SS – LAA)
Zach Neto, Angels’ shortstop, has been dealing with back stiffness. Originally scheduled as the leadoff against Blue Jays’ Kevin Gausman on Friday, Neto was scratched due to his condition. With a season average of .251, eight home runs, and five steals, his absence from the lineup could impact the Angels’ offensive output. Monitor his condition closely if he’s part of your roster.
Jonah Heim (C – TEX)
Texas Rangers’ catcher Jonah Heim is taking a rest break in hopes of recovering from a wrist injury. Heim injured his wrist on a swing on Wednesday and will attempt a two-to-three-week rest period to avoid in-season surgery. If the rest doesn’t help, he may face season-ending surgery, so Heim’s managers should start scouting backup catchers.
Brandon Woodruff (SP – MIL)
Brandon Woodruff, Brewers’ starting pitcher, is making good progress in his rehab. He has been out with a shoulder injury since early April but showed promise during his second rehab start with High-A Wisconsin, delivering four strong innings. While he’s still in the lower minors, his return will be a big boost for the Brewers in the NL Central race and relief for fantasy managers as well.
Remember, injuries are an inevitable part of the game, and staying updated is crucial to your fantasy baseball success. Check back next Monday for more injury updates. Best of luck with your teams this week!
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