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Kyle Tucker Exits Game with Injury
The Houston Astros faced a setback on Monday night as one of baseball’s best hitters, Kyle Tucker, had to leave the game against the St. Louis Cardinals. The incident occurred in the bottom of the third inning when Tucker fouled a pitch off his shin.
Swinging at a 2-0 cutter from Kyle Gibson, Tucker made contact just above his leg guard. The impact caused him to drop to his hands and knees, remaining on the ground for several minutes while being attended to by a trainer and manager, Joe Espada.
After slowly getting to his feet, Tucker attempted to continue but soon realized he couldn’t proceed with his at-bat. He was substituted by Mauricio Dubon, who later scored on a home run by Yordan Alvarez.
Tucker’s Stellar Season
Despite the injury, Tucker has been having a remarkable season, showcasing his talent since his debut in 2018. With a .974 OPS, 19 home runs (tied for second in MLB), and nine stolen bases, Tucker has been a key player for the Astros.
In Monday’s game, Tucker managed to collect a single and a stolen base in the first inning. However, the Astros, with a 26-34 record, have been struggling in the standings, currently 7.5 games behind the AL West-leading Seattle Mariners for a playoff spot.
With files from The Associated Press
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