All articles tagged with #oblique injury
In a chaotic Cubs loss to the Cardinals, Cabrera’s blister flared up in his long-awaited return and Dansby Swanson left with an oblique injury that requires an MRI, likely sideline weeks. Chicago also optioned Javier Assad to Triple-A to preserve depth as Palencia’s rehab looks promising, with the team bracing for a meaningful White Sox series and ongoing roster decisions.
Swanson left Sunday’s game with left-side discomfort after an awkward swing; the Cubs later announced an oblique injury that will place him on the Injured List for a multi-week absence, prompting defensive shifts (Hoerner to short, Ramirez to second) as James Triantos filled in, with MRI results expected to clarify the severity and timeline.
Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson has been placed on the 10-day injured list with an oblique injury, with an MRI pending to determine severity; Nico Hoerner shifts to shortstop while James Triantos handles second base, and rookie Pedro Ramirez is expected to see more action as the Cubs lean on internal depth during their playoff pursuit.
Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh rejoined the team’s dugout for Seattle’s 5-1 win over Arizona while continuing his oblique rehab in Arizona. He detailed steady progress—tee work, light throws and bullpen participation—and acknowledged the challenge of reproducing game swings as a switch-hitter. Raleigh hopes to ramp up soon, with plans to gauge next steps in the coming days, potentially skipping rehab games. Watching from the sidelines has given him a new appreciation for the talent around him and a renewed, supportive perspective on the team’s recent strong play.
Dodgers star Mookie Betts, sidelined since April with an oblique strain, has begun a rehab assignment in Oklahoma City and could be activated as early as Monday after traveling back to Los Angeles for evaluation. His return would influence roster decisions and infield rotations as players like Freeland, Kim, and Rojas vie for roles.
Oakland placed Brent Rooker on the 10-day injured list with a right oblique strain and recalled Zack Gelof to take his spot, creating more flexibility for DH and lineup rotations as Rooker’s slow start continues and Gelof eyes increased at-bats in the outfield/second base; obliques can linger, but Rooker’s prior power suggests the A’s hope to weather the loss.
Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold remained limited in practice with a left oblique injury, his fifth straight limited session, though the injury has not affected him in the playoffs as teams ready for the Super Bowl.
Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold is listed questionable with a left oblique injury ahead of the NFC divisional playoff against the 49ers; backup Drew Lock took practice reps as Seattle prepares, with Darnold optimistic he’ll play after tests and treatment in the next 48 hours.
Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold, after leaving Thursday's practice with an oblique issue, is listed questionable for Saturday's divisional-round game vs. the 49ers but says he expects to play, calling it precautionary and noting rehab should have him ready. Charles Cross is back, Josh Jones is out with a knee injury, Coby Bryant is back, while Chazz Surratt and Elijah Arroyo remain out as Seattle eyes a playoff win at Lumen Field in what would be Darnold's second postseason start.
The New York Mets placed infielder Brett Baty on the 10-day injured list due to a right oblique strain, which may impact their postseason chances as he was performing well recently. Outfielder Jared Young was called up, and Jose Siri and Richard Lovelady cleared waivers and were outrighted to Syracuse. Baty's injury could sideline him through the playoffs if the strain is severe, adding to the Mets' challenges in securing a playoff spot amid a tight NL race.
Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony will be placed on the 10-day injured list due to an oblique strain, which could sideline him for four to six weeks, impacting Boston's playoff push as they navigate injuries to key outfielders amid a competitive AL East race.
Roman Anthony of the Boston Red Sox left a game early due to left oblique tightness and will undergo an MRI to determine the severity of the injury, with further updates expected after the imaging results.
Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders is day-to-day with an oblique strain sustained during practice, and is unlikely to play in Saturday's preseason game, with potential backups Dillon Gabriel or Tyler Huntley possibly taking the field.
Shedeur Sanders suffered an oblique injury during Wednesday's practice with the Browns and was held out for the rest of the session. Despite making progress earlier in preseason, his availability for the season opener is uncertain, with other quarterbacks like Dillon Gabriel and Joe Flacco also in the mix due to injuries.
Marquette basketball star Tyler Kolek exited a game against Providence due to an oblique injury, which occurred during a play in the second half. The injury, affecting the muscles running diagonally across his trunk, could impact his performance as a left-handed player known for his creative passing. The recovery time for oblique injuries varies, and Kolek has a history of battling through injuries, including a previous thumb injury and ankle injury this season.