Kiké Hernández back to IL with oblique strain; Shohei Ohtani OK after hit-by-pitch
It was a painful night for the Dodgers on Tuesday.


Los Angeles Dodgers utility player Kiké Hernandez exited Tuesday night’s game against the Colorado Rockies after appearing to suffer an injury while running the bases at Dodger Stadium. Hernandez was shown visibly upset in the dugout while manager Dave Roberts consoled him during the game. The development is significant for the team given Hernandez’s defensive […] The post Dodgers’ Kike Hernandez exits Rockies showdown with oblique injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Update: Mookie Betts hit another home run in the sixth inning, his first multi-home run since last May. It’s safe to say he’s back, Los Angeles Dodgers fans. Heading into the Los Angeles Dodgers’ Tuesday night showdown against the Colorado Rockies, no one needed a big offensive performance more than Mookie Betts. After a solid […] The post Dodgers’ Mookie Betts ends home run slump with 2 bombs vs. Rockies appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Astros infielder Jose Altuve has provided an update on his oblique injury ahead of their game against the Cubs.

On Saturday afternoon, the Houston Astros will play the second game of their series with the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.The Astros are coming off a 4-2 win on Friday.That said, the team has been without future Hall of Famer Jose Altuve since May 16. Jose Altuve will be placed on IL with Grade 2 […] The post Houston Astros Get Jose Altuve News Before Cubs Game appeared first on HEAVY.

The Detroit Tigers continue closely monitoring Gleyber Torres as the veteran infielder works through the final stages of recovery from a left oblique strain. The Tigers’ medical staff remains encouraged by his recent progress, but one important hurdle still keeps him from returning to the everyday lineup. Torres has continued to take part in pregame […] The post The ‘hurdle’ Tigers infielder Gleyber Torres is facing amid injury recovery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

As it’s been a dreadful start for the Houston Astros this season in comparison to the expectations that were given to them before the season, injuries have no doubt been a huge problem, with the latest news on that front another big blow. While Astros star Jose Altuve suffered an injury in the team’s 4-1 […] The post Astros’ Jose Altuve officially lands on IL with oblique injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Seattle Mariners placed catcher Cal Raleigh on the 10-day injured list Thursday with a right oblique strain, marking the first IL stint of his six-year major league career. The reigning American League MVP runner-up aggravated the injury in the eighth inning of Wednesday’s walk-off loss to the Houston Astros while backing up a relay … The post Mariners superstar lands on IL for first time in career appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Cal Raleigh finally snapped his 0-for-38 slump in the Seattle Mariners’ 10-2 win over the Houston Astros on Tuesday. While he’s been dealing with a right oblique injury during his cold streak, it appears it was finally time for Raleigh to hit the IL to fully recover from the injury. Reports indicate that the 29-year-old […] The post Mariners’ Cal Raleigh hits IL for first time in career after breaking 0-for-38 slump appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are currently without star Mookie Betts, who is on a rehab assignment. Betts is suiting up for the Triple-A Oklahoma City Comets. He played on Saturday, in a Star Wars-themed game for that club. Betts was seen rocking a Boba Fett inspired jersey. It’s Star Wars Night for the OKC Comets […] The post How Dodgers’ Mookie Betts played in Star Wars-themed OKC rehab appearance appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Philadelphia Phillies star closer Jhoan Duran has been limited to only seven appearances in 2026 due to a left oblique strain. The good news is that Duran is close to returning from the injury. In fact, he is expected to return this week according to MLB.com. He reportedly reached 100 MPH with his fastball in […] The post Phillies closer Jhoan Duran’s injury return date receives crucial update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers landed a key player back in the lineup for Game 5 against the Houston Rockets. Austin Reaves finally got the nod to suit up and play after missing multiple weeks of action due to an oblique strain. Over the last couple of games, the Lakers had Reaves listed as questionable, but […] The post Austin Reaves Gets Honest About Return in Disappointing Lakers-Rockets Game appeared first on HEAVY.

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts had some unfortunate injury news to share on Wednesday.

After missing four weeks with an oblique strain, Lakers guard Austin Reaves is trending toward returning for Game 5 against the Rockets.

HOUSTON — Lakers star guard Austin Reaves was downgraded from questionable to out for Sunday’s Game 4 against the Rockets at Toyota Center. Reaves has been sidelined since suffering a Grade 2 left oblique strain, an injury that typically comes with a four- to six-week recovery timeline. The Lakers’ Austin Reaves won’t play Sunday against...

Austin Reaves is "on pace" to play Game 3 of the Lakers vs. Rockets first-round playoff series after being upgraded to questionable. The post Major Update on Austin Reaves Status for Lakers-Rockets Game 3 appeared first on Heavy Sports.

The Cubs injury list now includes their closer. Daniel Palencia was added to the 15-day injured list with an oblique strain on Friday. Palencia, who wasn’t needed in the Cubs’ 12-4 thrashing of the Mets, aided Venezuela to the World Baseball Classic championship before the regular season, and entered the 2026 campaign riding high. The...

The Chicago Cubs’ pitching group seemingly cannot stay healthy. On Friday, the franchise placed Daniel Palencia on the 15-day IL. He is the ninth pitcher on the Cubs’ roster to be placed on the Injured List. Reports indicate that the 26-year-old closer is dealing with an oblique strain, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today […] The post Daniel Palencia becomes latest Cubs pitcher to hit injured list appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Atlanta Braves pitcher Spencer Strider is working his way back from an oblique strain. On Thursday, he took a giant step towards that return by making his first rehab assignment start. Pitching for High-A Rome, Strider threw 3.1 innings of scoreless baseball, allowing one hit and two walks while striking out three. Beyond his stat […] The post Braves’ Spencer Strider reveals his ‘goal’ in injury rehab starts appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Seattle Mariners received encouraging news as Bryce Miller’s latest injury update signals meaningful progress. The pitching rotation could soon receive a boost, with a potential rehab assignment on the horizon as his recovery from an oblique strain improves. The Mariners right-hander took a vital step forward in his return. He completed a bullpen session […] The post Mariners share Bryce Miller injury update that teases big next step forward appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Athletics placed Designated Hitter Brent Rooker on the 10-day injured list Friday after an MRI confirmed a right oblique strain, ahead of the team’s three-game series opener at the New York Mets. The injury occurred in the first inning of Thursday’s 1-0 win against the New York Yankees when Rooker fouled off a changeup. […] The post Athletics’ Brent Rooker lands on IL with oblique strain appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Athletics will be without one of their top sluggers for the foreseeable future.

Brent Rooker was forced to watch as the Athletics secured a second-straight win on Thursday, taking down Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees 1-0 to clinch the mini-series, 2-1. Now, the Athletics will turn their attention to Friday’s matchup, remaining in New York City to face Bo Bichette and the ...

Lakers guard Austin Reaves suffered a grade 2 oblique strain—here’s the typical 3-5 week recovery timeline, treatment options, and why returning too soon carries significant re-injury risk.
