All articles tagged with #hamstring strain
Munetaka Murakami will be activated from the 10-day IL for a home series against the Athletics to close the first half, returning after a six-week Grade 2 right hamstring injury. He was among MLB leaders with 20 homers before the setback, and his return is expected to bolster a White Sox lineup that has struggled at first base, potentially helping Chicago maintain its AL Central lead.
Chicago Cubs starter Jameson Taillon left his start in the second inning with a left hamstring strain, likely heading to the 15-day IL and prompting a rotation shuffle amid a wave of pitching injuries. Taillon entered with a 5.19 ERA over 67 2/3 innings this season, and Chicago has been juggling multiple rotation and bullpen injuries as it tries to right a slipping schedule.
Dylan Cease was placed on the 15-day IL with a left hamstring strain and is targeting a return in early June; Cole Ragans paused his rehab after a setback and will be shut down from throwing for a few days while he’s reevaluated; Logan Webb is on track to return this weekend, with the injury updates also covering other notable MLB players in this week’s report.
OG Anunoby was ruled out for Game 3 with a strained right hamstring, leaving the Knicks with a 3-0 lead in the East semifinals against the 76ers. He left Game 2 after scoring 24 points and is listed day-to-day; he remains a key defender for New York, which is hoping to close out the series as his postseason averages hover around 21.4 points per game.
Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves suffered a right hamstring strain during a game and will be re-evaluated in one week after an MRI confirmed the injury.
Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves will miss two weeks due to a right hamstring strain sustained during a game against the Indiana Pacers, where he did not return after initial injury reports of hamstring tightness.
The Dodgers placed pitcher Kirby Yates on the 15-day injured list due to a right hamstring strain, marking his third IL stint of the year amid struggles and injuries in their bullpen. Yates, who signed a $13 million deal, has posted a 5.23 ERA in 2025, and his absence may impact their postseason plans, especially with the NLDS approaching.
Milwaukee Brewers placed young outfielder Jackson Chourio on the 10-day injured list due to a more severe right hamstring strain, likely sidelining him for over a month, as the team adjusts its lineup with the return of Sal Frelick and the addition of Brandon Lockridge.
Justin Jefferson has a mild hamstring strain that will keep him out of practice for a few days, but his availability for Week 1 is not in doubt, according to Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell.
The Houston Astros placed Isaac Paredes on the 10-day injured list due to a right hamstring strain after he left a game against the Mariners, adding to their list of injuries. The team made several roster moves, including calling up Whitcomb and Singleton, and shifting Brendan Rodgers to the 60-day IL. Paredes, who has been a key player this season, is expected to be out for at least 10 days, impacting the team's lineup as they continue to deal with multiple injuries.
The White Sox placed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. on the 10-day injured list due to a left hamstring strain, raising concerns about his availability for the trade deadline and potential trade value decline amid his recent poor performance and injuries. The team hopes for a quick recovery, with Robert's return crucial for their trade strategies and lineup stability.
Ivan Herrera of the Cardinals is expected to miss 2 to 6 weeks due to a Grade 2 hamstring strain, impacting his role as a catcher and DH, with Thomas Saggese called up to fill his spot.
The Washington Nationals placed pitcher Andrew Chafin on the 15-day injured list due to a right hamstring strain, with his return uncertain but likely minimal. Chafin, who has a 3.18 ERA this season, is a key reliever and his absence could impact the team's trade deadline plans, especially if his injury is not severe.
The Mets' pitcher Kodai Senga has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a hamstring strain sustained during a game, which could impact the team's starting rotation as they navigate his absence and potential return, amidst a crowded pitching staff.
Ryan Mountcastle of the Orioles will be out for 8-12 weeks due to a Grade 2 hamstring strain, impacting his season and trade prospects, with the team adjusting their roster accordingly.