Summary:
The Guardian has placed outfielder Lane Thomas on the 10-day injured list due to recurring plantar fasciitis in his right foot, marking his third IL stint this season. He previously faced injuries from a bone bruise on his wrist and ongoing foot issues. Despite struggling with a .160 batting average this season, he showed signs of improvement recently with three home runs in his last 38 plate appearances. The team’s defeat to the Tigers extended their losing streak to 10 games, impacting their decision-making as a potential seller at the trade deadline.
In other news, Royals pitcher Cole Ragans will resume throwing after a clean MRI following a left rotator cuff tension injury. His timeline for returning is uncertain, influencing the Royals’ trading strategy. Left-handed pitcher Daniel Lynch has also been placed on the 15-day IL due to elbow nerve issues, with Jonathan Bowlan called up from Triple-A as his replacement.
Meanwhile, Tigers pitcher Alex Cobb continues to struggle with hip inflammation, delaying his season debut despite multiple rehab attempts and injections. Cobb’s future remains uncertain after signing a one-year, $15 million deal in the offseason.
