Bobby Witt Jr. Out Of Lineup With MCL Sprain
Kansas City Royals star Bobby Witt Jr. has been removed from the lineup following an MCL sprain during a game against the Cardinals.
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The brief
Bobby Witt Jr. left the Royals vs. Cardinals game after sustaining a knee injury.
According to ESPN, the injury has been identified as a Grade 1 MCL sprain, resulting in his absence from the team's lineup. Coverage from ESPN, FOX4KC.com, and MLB Trade Rumors emphasizes the nature of the sprain.
NBC Sports reports that Witt Jr. is heading for additional testing to further evaluate the injury. Future updates will likely depend on the results of the additional testing mentioned by NBC Sports.
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Quick answers
What is the specific nature of Bobby Witt Jr.'s injury?
ESPN reports that he has suffered a Grade 1 MCL sprain.
When did the injury occur?
The injury happened during a game between the Royals and the Cardinals.
Is the player undergoing further evaluation?
Yes, NBC Sports indicates that he is heading for additional testing.
Coverage (9)
- Bobby Witt Jr. dealing with Grade 1 MCL sprain NBC Sports · 18h ago
- In first game without injured Bobby Witt Jr., Royals get it done vs. Cardinals Kansas City Star · 18h ago
- Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. exits game with right knee discomfort ESPN · 18h ago
- Royals hold Witt (Grade 1 MCL sprain) out of lineup vs. Cardinals MLB.com · 18h ago
- Bobby Witt Jr. (knee) heads for additional testing NBC Sports · 18h ago
- Bobby Witt Jr. leaves Royals vs. Cardinals game with MCL sprain FOX4KC.com · 18h ago
- Bobby Witt Jr. out of Royals' lineup with Grade 1 MCL sprain ESPN · 18h ago
- Bobby Witt Jr. Out Of Lineup With MCL Sprain MLB Trade Rumors · 18h ago
- Bobby Witt Jr. has a Grade 1 MCL sprain Royals Review · 21h ago
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