Cardinals’ Nolan Gorman Placed on Injured List Due to Back Discomfort
In a disappointing turn of events for the Cardinals, their rising star Nolan Gorman has been sidelined due to back discomfort. The 25-year-old was unable to play in their first game after the All-Star break and was also unavailable from the bench in their final game before the break.
Gorman’s back issues have led to his placement on the injured list, which was announced on Saturday. The move is retroactive to Friday and marks the second time he has been on the IL for a back injury.
The Cardinals have called up infielder Thomas Saggese in a corresponding move. Saggese had been optioned on Friday before the team’s three-game road series against the Diamondbacks.
Gorman’s absence will surely be felt by the Cardinals, as he has been a key player in their lineup. The young infielder has shown great potential and his injury is a setback for the team.
It is unclear how long Gorman will be out, but the Cardinals will have to make do without him for the time being. Let’s hope for a speedy recovery for Gorman and a quick return to the field for the Cardinals’ rising star. game.
Cardinals’ Nolan Gorman Placed on Injured List with Back Discomfort
PHOENIX – The Cardinals’ lineup took a hit as they returned from the All-Star break, with Nolan Gorman being scratched and unavailable for their final game before the break due to back discomfort. This led to the 25-year-old infielder being placed on the injured list on Saturday.
Thomas Saggese Recalled in Corresponding Move
In a corresponding move, the Cardinals recalled infielder Thomas Saggese, who had been optioned on Friday before the team’s three-game road series against the Diamondbacks.
Second IL Stint for Gorman
This is the second time Gorman has been placed on the injured list for a back injury, with the first being in mid-August during the 2023 season. He also missed under two weeks in April for a right hamstring strain.
Struggles Amidst Injury
Gorman’s latest IL stint comes during a stretch where he has been batting .245 with eight homers, a .500 slugging percentage, and an .833 OPS in 34 games since the start of June.
Mental Toughness
Despite the frustration of dealing with injuries, Gorman remains determined to overcome them mentally. He has been working on the mental side of the game, including visualization and seeing pitches off the Trajekt, to stay in the right mindset.
Importance of Staying Healthy
Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol emphasized the importance of staying healthy at this level of the game, as Gorman has had stretches of good performance but has struggled with injuries.
Ongoing Back Pain
Gorman’s back pain has been an ongoing issue, with it flaring up on Thursday and causing him to be scratched from Friday’s game. Marmol stated that it is “not looking great” and will require ongoing attention.
Next Steps for Gorman
Gorman is expected to fly back to St. Louis on Sunday and will be reevaluated on Monday to determine if he needs an injection for his back pain. In the meantime, he will rest and receive treatment from the team’s medical staff.
