It’s a tough day for Tampa Bay Rays fans as it has been announced that outfielder Austin McClanahan is likely to miss the remainder of the season due to an injury. McClanahan, who had been a key contributor to the Rays’ success this season, suffered a right elbow injury during a game against the New York Yankees on August 15th.
McClanahan had been a key part of the Rays’ lineup this season, batting .281 with 10 home runs and 37 RBIs. He had also been a consistent presence in the outfield, playing in all but one of the Rays’ games this season. His absence will be felt by the team, as they now must find a way to replace his production.
The Rays have not yet announced who will take McClanahan’s place in the lineup, but it is likely that they will look to someone from their minor league system. The team has several promising prospects in their farm system, so it is possible that one of them could step up and fill the void left by McClanahan.
McClanahan’s injury is a tough blow for the Rays, but they will have to find a way to move on without him. It is likely that his absence will be felt for the remainder of the season, but the team is confident that they can still make a run at the playoffs. With a few key additions, the Rays could still make a deep run in the postseason.
It’s a sad day for Rays fans, as they must now say goodbye to one of their key players for the remainder of the season. We wish Austin McClanahan a speedy recovery and hope to see him back on the field soon.
