The Tampa Bay Rays have placed outfielder Jonny DeLuca on the 10-day injured list, effective retroactively to Saturday, due to a right hamstring strain. DeLuca experienced the injury while sprinting to first base during the seventh inning of the Rays’ 4-2 victory over the New York Yankees on Friday.
DeLuca’s Performance and Impact
Jonny DeLuca, 27, has been an asset to the Rays this season, maintaining a batting average of .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, split between his time with the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Rays.
The absence of DeLuca could impact the Rays’ lineup, as his performance has been a contributing factor to the team’s success this season. The team will look to other players to step up in his absence.
Victor Mesa Jr. Joins the Roster
In response to DeLuca’s injury, the Rays have recalled outfielder Victor Mesa Jr. from Triple-A Durham. Mesa, 24, has shown promise in the minors this season, boasting a .350 batting average with three home runs and nine RBIs across two levels. Last season, he played 16 games with the Miami Marlins, where he hit .188 with one home run and six RBIs.
The addition of Mesa to the roster provides the Rays with a fresh option in the outfield, and the team hopes he can continue his strong performance from the minors at the major league level.
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