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Here are some major injuries that were announced this week that could affect your lineups:
Justin Steele (SP, Cubs) – Out for the Season
Steele will undergo elbow surgery this week to address issues with his flexor tendon and UCL, ruling him out for the rest of the 2025 season. This may be his second Tommy John procedure, raising concerns about his availability for the start of the 2026 season.
Jose Siri (OF, Mets) – Fractured Tibia
Siri sustained a fractured tibia after fouling a ball off his leg during a game versus the Athletics. He was carted off the field, and an MRI confirmed the fracture. The Mets are preparing to place him on the injured list.
CJ Abrams (SS, Nationals) – Hip Flexor Strain
Abrams has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a right hip flexor strain sustained while stealing second base. An MRI confirmed the extent of the injury. The Nationals have promoted infielder Nasim Nunez from Triple-A Rochester to fill the roster spot.
Other Notable Injuries
Marcus Stroman (SP, Yankees) – Knee Inflammation
Stroman is headed to the injured list due to knee inflammation following a short outing.
Eli Morgan (RP, Cubs) – Expected IL Stint
Morgan is expected to go on the injured list, further taxing the Cubs’ bullpen.
Wyatt Langford (OF, Rangers) – Oblique Strain
Langford suffered an oblique strain on April 8 and was placed on the injured list the next day. He reportedly lobbied to avoid the injured list, but the team opted for caution.
Players to Monitor
- Jackson Merrill (OF, Padres) – Placed on the 10-day injured list due to a hamstring injury.
- George Springer (OF, Blue Jays) – Remains out of the lineup due to a wrist injury.
- Daulton Varsho (OF, Blue Jays) – Will begin a rehab assignment with Single-A Dunedin soon as he recovers from a shoulder injury.
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