Kendall Graveman hit with back tightness setback

by Bruno Mulé | Diamondbacks Correspondent | Wed, Mar 12th 3:34pm EDT

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Wednesday that Kendall Graveman has experienced more back tightness following Tuesday’s live batting practice session, per team reports. (Alex Weiner)

Torey Lovullo said Kendall Graveman has experienced more back tightness since throwing to live hitters yesterday. His availability for Opening Day appears to be in jeopardy.
— Alex Weiner (@alexjweiner) March 12, 2025

Fantasy Impact:

Graveman’s recovery took a step back—after seeming on track post-2024 shoulder surgery absence, no Cactus League action yet, this flare-up clouds his Opening Day odds. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues should ease off; his relief return’s looking iffier by the day.

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