Maikel Garcia Leaves Game With Hamstring Injury Immediately After IL Return
Summary
Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia injured his hamstring during the first inning of a game against the Athletics. Garcia recently returned from a hand muscle injury but had to leave the game early due to this new injury.Key Facts
- Maikel Garcia injured his left hamstring while running the bases in the first inning.
- Garcia had just returned from a hand muscle strain that kept him out from late June until Monday.
- He hit a double in the first inning before the injury occurred.
- Garcia’s performance this season has been average, with a .709 OPS, 3 home runs, and 32 RBIs in 73 games.
- The Royals are currently last in their division and 13 games behind first place.
- Veteran Josh Rojas and Nick Loftin are potential replacements at third base while Garcia recovers.
- Loftin has played multiple positions, mostly third base, with a .684 OPS, 5 home runs, and 35 RBIs this season.
- The Royals do not appear eager to rush Garcia back this year due to his injuries and the team’s current standing.
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