Against the Cubs on Tuesday night, Diamondbacks’ starter Eduardo Rodriguez departed after pitching one shutout inning.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Rodriguez attempted to head out for a second inning but was escorted off accompanied by a trainer following a few warmup pitches. The Diamondbacks then confirmed that Rodriguez was experiencing discomfort in his left lat.
With opening day just a little more than a week away, this is not the news you want to hear concerning one of the best arms in your rotation. However, Torey Lovullo did not seem too worried postgame on Tuesday.
Lovullo described his concern as “minimal” for the moment, admitting that there have been instances where his concern has been much higher when removing a starting pitcher early from a game.
The D-backs manager then acknowledged that the fact it is still unknown whether Eduardo Rodriguez needs screening is a positive sign.
Video credits to Jeese Friedman at PHNX Sports.
Torey Lovullo said that he’s been more concerned with other injury situations than he is with Eduardo Rodriguez, but there is always a certain level of concern when removing a starter.
It’s TBD if E-Rod will need imaging, which Lovullo is viewing as a positive. pic.twitter.com/mIx0YYpk4I
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In spring training this year, Rodriguez has allowed 8 earned runs in 8 innings of work off 13 hits and 4 walks.
Stay tuned for further updates surrounding the severity of his injury.
