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sports2 years ago

"Shane McClanahan's Forearm Tightness Continues to Hinder Performance"

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane McClanahan experienced tightness in his left forearm during his latest outing against the New York Yankees. McClanahan, who has been struggling in recent starts, will undergo examination and evaluation by team doctors in Tampa. Manager Kevin Cash expressed some concern but stated that they will wait for the results before making any assumptions. The Rays lost the game 7-2, ending their three-game winning streak. McClanahan's performance has been inconsistent since experiencing mid-back tightness in June, and his recent struggles have raised injury concerns.

sports2 years ago

Justin Steele's Injury Status: Cautious Optimism?

Chicago Cubs lefty Justin Steele is getting an MRI on his pitching arm after leaving yesterday's game with forearm tightness. Although he might miss a start, it doesn't sound like today has revealed anything terribly serious, according to ESPN's Jesse Rogers. The Cubs will provide an official update tomorrow when they start their series in San Diego. Steele's exit today was due to left forearm tightness, and he will undergo imaging to determine the extent of the injury.

sports2 years ago

Rays edge Cubs in late-game comeback.

The Cubs lost 4-3 to the Rays, with Justin Steele leaving the game due to forearm tightness. The Cubs had taken an early lead, but let the Rays tie it up in the seventh inning. The Cubs regained the lead in the bottom of the seventh, but lost it again in the eighth. They had a chance to tie it in the ninth, but ultimately fell short. The Cubs took two of three from the best team in baseball, but still have work to do. Steele's injury is being evaluated, but he is optimistic.

sports2 years ago

Cubs' Justin Steele's Status Uncertain After Early Exit and Forearm Tightness

Chicago Cubs left-hander Justin Steele will undergo an MRI after being removed from today's start due to forearm tightness. Steele has been an important part of the Cubs' rotation this year, posting a 2.65 ERA. If he needs to miss any time, the Cubs may turn to Hayden Wesneski, who was recalled from the minors and threw 3 2/3 innings in relief today. The Cubs' bullpen has struggled this year, and they have been considering various options to supplement it, including promoting youngsters like Ben Brown or Daniel Palencia.

sports2 years ago

Jacob deGrom Leaves Game Early with Injury Concerns Against Yankees

Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom left Friday's game against the New York Yankees with forearm tightness after 3.2 innings pitched and 50 pitches. This is the second time in his last three starts that deGrom has had an early exit due to injury concerns. The Rangers slow-played deGrom in spring training after he reported side tightness at the start of camp, but he started for Texas on opening day and has so far made each of his scheduled starts.

sports2 years ago

Jacob deGrom Leaves Game Early with Forearm Tightness Against Yankees

Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom left Friday's game against the New York Yankees with forearm tightness after 3.2 innings pitched and 50 pitches. This is the second time in his last three starts that deGrom has had an early exit due to injury concerns. The Rangers slow-played deGrom in spring training after he reported side tightness at the start of camp, but he started for Texas on opening day and has so far made each of his scheduled starts.

sports2 years ago

German Marquez Exits Game Early Due to Forearm Tightness

Colorado Rockies pitcher Germán Márquez left the game against the Cardinals due to forearm tightness. Manager Bud Black expressed hope that the issue isn't serious and didn't rule out the possibility of Márquez making his next start. Forearm tightness can be a precursor to ligament or muscular damage in the forearm/elbow area. Márquez is the top pitcher on the Rockies' staff, and rotation depth is a major concern for Colorado.