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Former All-Star Ben Simmons teased a potential NBA return in an Instagram post, saying he’s embraced every chapter of his career despite ongoing back issues. Now 30 and out of the league after limited recent seasons and back surgeries in 2022 and 2024, he hasn’t named a specific team but has floated possible options such as Philadelphia or Miami as he weighs a comeback.
Nick Aldis told Chris Van Vliet on Insight that his WWE manager role in 2023 was not chosen to mask a back injury. He explained his back issues were long-standing but due to inflammation of a stabilizer muscle, not a herniated disc, and that anti‑inflammatories cleared it up. He noted his spine is in good shape and the timing surrounding his WWE position was unrelated to any injury, countering circulating rumors.
Corey Seager is nearing a minor league rehab assignment after back inflammation sidelined him since late June, with live BP sessions planned as Texas weighs lineup depth ahead of the trade deadline. Jordan Montgomery appears close to a majors return after rehab outings, giving the Rangers another rotation option, while Cody Bradford continues to build up from elbow surgery with a couple more rehab starts likely. Together, the trio could bolster Texas’s playoff push as they evaluate pitching and offensive needs toward August.
Arsenal confirmed William Saliba will not undergo surgery for a back injury and will be out for an extended period, prompting the club to pursue new centre-back options with targets including John Stones and Ezri Konsa.
Royals star Bobby Witt Jr. was placed on the Injured List with lower back tightness, prompting the recall of infielder Andrew Velázquez and moving pitcher Stephen Kolek to the 60-day IL. Witt had been an MVP-caliber performer this season (.279/.350/.450 with 13 homers and 30 steals) and recently made his first All-Star appearance, while Velázquez provides depth and Kolek’s forearm tightness will be evaluated with a second opinion.
Indiana Fever (14-9) expect Caitlin Clark to play vs. the Golden State Valkyries but will likely be limited to around 20–25 minutes as part of a cautious load-management approach after back soreness and a recent return from injury; the context comes as Clark has been listed as probable for a 15th time this season, with coach Stephanie White prioritizing long-term health during a busy schedule while Clark aims to reprise a strong showing against the Valkyries earlier this season.
Caitlin Clark came back from a back injury for Indiana but was kept on a minutes-restriction, playing 16 minutes and scoring 9 points as the Fever fell 106-92 to the Los Angeles Sparks; the plan is to ease her back into game shape to protect her health, which made it hard for her to build a rhythm with frequent substitutions, and Indiana hopes to increase her minutes in upcoming games.
Caitlin Clark condemned online harassment after Alyssa Thomas revealed receiving threats following their on‑court incident; Clark will miss another Fever game due to a back injury, while Thomas faced a flagrant foul 2, a $1,000 fine, and a one‑game suspension amid online safety concerns.
Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark will miss Saturday’s home game against the Los Angeles Sparks with a back injury; there’s no timetable for her return, and the Fever don’t play again until July 5, giving her time for treatment. Clark has been productive this season (about 21.2 PPG and 8.2 APG) and has dealt with prior injury absences, making this latest absence significant as Indiana navigates a season with high expectations.
Indiana's Caitlin Clark left the Fever's 111-109 loss to Phoenix with a back injury in the third quarter and did not return, finishing with 19 points and eight assists in 20 minutes; she has been dealing with a back issue this season.
Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark left Wednesday night’s game against the Phoenix Mercury with a back injury in the third quarter, leaving her status uncertain as Indiana fights to stay in playoff contention. Fever coach Stephanie White criticized the officiating after the 111-109 loss, though Clark has a history of back issues this season. Clark is averaging about 21.3 points and 8.2 assists this year, and Indiana sits 10-7 in sixth place, not far from the ninth-place Sparks.
J.T. Realmuto exited with left-wrist soreness after a line drive hit and had a negative X-ray, with the team suggesting he may sit again as Philadelphia gears up for a six-game homestand vs. the Padres. At the same time, top prospect Aidan Miller remains sidelined by chronic back issues, with club officials prioritizing rehab and long-term health, leaving a potential MLB debut delayed into 2026 and possibly beyond.
Indiana Fever expect Caitlin Clark to potentially return Friday against the Golden State Valkyries after being sidelined with a back injury for Wednesday’s game; the team is taking a cautious approach for 2026. Clark previously played 31 minutes in the season opener after briefly consulting medical staff for back tightness and has posted strong early numbers (about 24.3 PPG, 9.0 APG, 5.0 RPG) as the Fever boast a higher net rating with her on the floor.
Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager is headed to the club’s back specialist as he misses time with a back issue and MRI results are pending; the 32-year-old is slumping to a .179/.286/.353 line over 182 plate appearances with a 0-for-27 skid, while Ezequiel Duran has filled in at shortstop.
The Giants selected Francis Mauigoa with the No. 10 pick and, after a second medical check on a back disc issue, doctors reportedly found no need for immediate surgery; the team is comfortable with his health and plans to start Mauigoa at guard alongside Thomas and Eluemunor at tackle, aided by a trainer who has worked with him at Miami.