A Eugenio Suarez Injury Update: Arizona Diamondbacks Get a Boost Ahead of Pivotal Cardinals Series
The Arizona Diamondbacks have received some good news ahead of their crucial series against the St. Louis Cardinals. Third baseman Eugenio Suarez, who has been out with an injury, is set to return to the lineup. This comes at a crucial time as the Wild Card race intensifies in the National League.
Suarez, who has been a key player for the Diamondbacks this season, has been sidelined with a hamstring injury. His absence has been felt in the lineup, as he was batting .285 with 25 home runs and 80 RBIs before getting injured. His return will provide a much-needed boost to the team’s offense.
The Diamondbacks are currently in the thick of the Wild Card race, sitting just two games behind the Cardinals for the second spot. With only a few weeks left in the regular season, every game is crucial for both teams. The return of Suarez will give the Diamondbacks a stronger lineup as they look to close the gap and secure a spot in the playoffs.
Manager Torey Lovullo expressed his excitement about having Suarez back in the lineup, stating that he brings a lot of energy and production to the team. He also mentioned that Suarez has been working hard to get back on the field and is eager to contribute to the team’s success.
The Diamondbacks will need all hands on deck as they face the Cardinals, who are also fighting for a spot in the playoffs. This series could potentially have a huge impact on the Wild Card race and having Suarez back in the lineup gives the Diamondbacks a better chance at coming out on top
The Diamondbacks Receive a Much-Needed Boost Ahead of Cardinals Series with Eugenio Suarez’s Return
The Arizona Diamondbacks have been struggling lately, but they received some good news ahead of their upcoming series against the St. Louis Cardinals. All-Star third baseman Eugenio Suarez has been cleared to return to the lineup after suffering a wrist injury during the All-Star Game.
Manager Torey Lovullo shared the update on Suarez’s injury during a media session, which was posted on ArizonaSports on X (formerly known as Twitter). According to Lovullo, Suarez will not participate in the team’s workout and will instead spend time with his family. However, he is ready to play and could be back in the lineup as early as Friday.
Suarez was hit on the left hand during the All-Star Game, but X-rays came back negative and the diagnosis was a contusion. Lovullo described this as the best news they could have hoped for and it appears that the team has dodged a bullet.
This update comes at a crucial time for the Diamondbacks, who are currently 5.5 games behind in the NL Wild Card race. They will be facing a streaky St. Louis team in a home series, and having Suarez back in the lineup could provide a much-needed emotional and on-field lift.
The 34-year-old veteran has been a reliable power bat for the Diamondbacks this season, with a .250 batting average, 31 home runs, 78 RBIs, and 58 runs scored in 95 games. He also brings veteran leadership and dependable defense to a team that has been dealing with injuries and roster changes. His return could bring some much-needed stability as the team looks to make a push for the playoffs in the second half of the season.
The Diamondbacks have also been dealing with injuries to catcher Gabriel Moreno and reliever Shelby Miller, but both are making progress in their recovery. With the potential return of depth pieces like Adrian Del Castillo and Trevor Richards, the team could be in a good position to make a run for the playoffs.
If Suarez can return to form and provide a spark for the team, it could be a turning point in their playoff hopes. With the second half of the season underway and the trade deadline approaching, Friday’s game against the Cardinals could set the tone for the rest of the season.
