On July 1st, New York Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom exited his start against the Washington Nationals due to soreness in his right wrist. deGrom, who is widely considered one of the best pitchers in baseball, had been pitching well up until that point, having allowed just one run over five innings of work.
The injury is concerning for the Rangers, as deGrom has been a key part of their rotation this season. He has posted a 3.27 ERA and 1.04 WHIP in 15 starts, while striking out an impressive 10.3 batters per nine innings. He has also been a reliable innings eater, throwing at least six innings in 11 of his 15 starts.
The Rangers have not yet revealed the severity of deGrom’s injury, but they have said that he will undergo further testing to determine the extent of the issue. Manager Jeff Banister said that deGrom’s exit was precautionary and that the team was being cautious with the pitcher’s health.
If deGrom is forced to miss any time due to the injury, it would be a major blow to the Rangers’ playoff hopes. They currently sit just one game out of first place in the AL West and are in the thick of the wild card race. Losing deGrom for any length of time could be a significant setback for the team.
At this point, it is unclear how long deGrom will be sidelined or if he will miss any time at all. The Rangers will likely provide an update on his status in the coming days. Until then, fans will be left to speculate on the severity of deGrom’s injury and what it could mean for the team’s playoff chances.
