D-backs IL: Gabriel Moreno Hand Injury Update
Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno is sidelined with a hand injury, landing him on the 10-day injured list. This crucial update details the contusion sustained from a wild pitch,impacting Moreno’s playing time. Jose Herrera steps up to fill the primary catcher position. Moreno, holding a solid .270 batting average this season, has been a key player. The team hopes rest aids his recovery. Further roster moves include aramis Garcia’s call-up and Christian Montes De Oca’s placement on the 60-day IL. News Directory 3 keeps you informed. What’s Gabriel Moreno‘s return timeline? Discover what’s next as we monitor his progress and the Diamondbacks’ moves.
Diamondbacks’ Gabriel Moreno out with Hand Injury
PHOENIX – The Arizona Diamondbacks have placed catcher Gabriel Moreno on the 10-day injured list,retroactive to Monday,due to a contusion on his right hand. the injury stems from a wild pitch that struck Moreno on June 6, causing him to miss sporadic playing time.
Moreno, 25, has a .270 batting average with five home runs and 20 rbis in 53 games this season.Throughout his MLB career with both Arizona and the Toronto Blue Jays (2022), he holds a.278 average, 18 home runs, and 122 RBIs over 286 games.the team hopes this period of rest will allow Moreno to fully recover and return to his role behind the plate.
With Moreno sidelined, Jose Herrera, 28, has taken over the starting catcher duties for Arizona. The Diamondbacks also made roster moves, calling up catcher Aramis Garcia from Triple-A Reno. Right-handed reliever Christian Montes De Oca was moved to the 60-day injured list due to a back injury.
What’s next
Herrera will continue to fill the catcher role while Moreno recovers. Garcia will serve as backup. The diamondbacks will evaluate Moreno’s progress and provide updates on his return.