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sports2 years ago

Brewers' Justin Wilson's Return from Tommy John Surgery Derailed by Injury

The Milwaukee Brewers have placed reliever Justin Wilson on the 15-day injured list due to a left lat strain, just after he made his debut for the team following a long rehab from Tommy John surgery. The extent of the injury is unclear, but it is considered significant, leaving Hoby Milner as the only left-handed pitcher in the MLB bullpen. The Brewers may need to consider adding lefty relief help if Wilson's absence is prolonged.

motorsports2 years ago

The Ongoing Push for Women in the Indianapolis 500.

Katherine Legge expresses her remorse over the crash that injured Justin Wilson during Indy 500 practice. Wilson suffered a fractured vertebra and underwent surgery on Wednesday night. Legge returned to the track in her repaired car and was 29th fastest in Friday's final practice. Graham Rahal will replace Wilson on Sunday, and Legge has requested to see Wilson in the hospital as he recovers.

sports2 years ago

Graham Rahal to replace injured Stefan Wilson at Indy 500.

Graham Rahal will replace Stefan Wilson, who is sidelined due to injury, in the No. 24 Dreyer & Reinbold Racing/Cusick Motorsports/CareKeepers Chevrolet for the Indianapolis 500. Rahal, who was bumped from the field in his own car, accepted the offer to drive for Wilson's team, completing an emotion-filled journey. The opportunity comes after Wilson fractured his back and would be unable to race after being hit from behind during practice. Rahal was chosen over a number of drivers to ensure he didn't miss out on competing in the race that means the most to every IndyCar driver.

motorsports2 years ago

Stefan Wilson's Indy 500 hopes dashed after practice crash.

Justin Wilson suffered a fractured vertebra in a crash during Indy 500 practice, caused by Katherine Legge failing to slow down in time. Marco Andretti, who had a near miss just a lap earlier, believes the new aero package is allowing cars to run closer together, making it difficult to pass. Despite starting from the eighth row, Andretti believes he has a strong race car and can make progress towards the front in the 200-lap event.

sports2 years ago

Brewers Promote Prospect Joey Wiemer After Urias' Injury.

Milwaukee Brewers infielder Luis Urias will miss 6-8 weeks of action due to a left hamstring injury sustained on Opening Day. Prospect Joey Wiemer will take Urias' place on the roster, while Justin Wilson has been transferred to the 60-day injured list. Wiemer has shown promise in the minors and is expected to make his big league debut. Wilson underwent Tommy John surgery last year and is expected to miss most, if not all, of the 2023 season.