Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Jonny DeLuca is facing a significant setback as he will be sidelined for six to eight weeks due to a Grade 1 right hamstring strain. The team confirmed the extent of the injury on Monday following an MRI scan.

Injury Details

DeLuca, 27, was placed on the 10-day injured list on Sunday. The injury occurred while he was running out an infield single during Friday’s 4-2 victory over the New York Yankees. This unfortunate event has temporarily halted his contributions to the team this season.

Season Performance

Before the injury, DeLuca was having a solid season, batting .269 with two home runs and 19 RBIs over 41 games. His career statistics include a .244 batting average, 10 home runs, and 60 RBIs in 192 games, having played previously with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2023 before joining the Rays.

The Rays will need to adjust their lineup in DeLuca’s absence as they continue their season. Fans and teammates alike hope for a swift recovery for the outfielder, who has shown promise on the field.

Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.