UPDATE: Texas Rangers first baseman Jake Burger is set to undergo tests on his sore left wrist and will be sidelined for at least two to three games, according to manager Bruce Bochy. Burger, who contributed an RBI single in Sunday’s 10-4 victory against Toronto, was replaced by pinch-hitter Ezequiel Duran in the seventh inning due to discomfort.
Bochy expressed concern, stating, “It’s too bad because he was swinging the bat well.” Burger will return to Texas for an MRI to assess the injury, which he initially felt during his first at-bat on Saturday. “I don’t feel like I’m totally swinging like I normally do,” he admitted. Fans are hopeful for a quick recovery, as Burger’s recent performance has been crucial—he boasts 12 home runs and 41 RBIs this season, with 12 RBIs and nine runs scored in his last 18 games.
The Rangers are gearing up for a critical three-game series against Kansas City starting on Monday. Burger’s absence will be keenly felt as he has been a key player for the team. This season, he has already faced setbacks, missing 10 games from June 21 to July 2 due to a strained left oblique and 20 games from July 13 to August 8 due to a strained left quadriceps.
Fans and analysts alike will be monitoring the situation closely as updates on his condition and the MRI results come in. The Rangers aim to maintain their momentum despite this setback. Stay tuned for more updates on Burger’s injury status and its implications for the team.
