Injuries continue to plague the baseball season, with many players landing on the Injured List (IL) sooner than others recover. Notably, the Houston Astros are monitoring Yordan Alvarez’s hand injury with upcoming imaging scheduled. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Angels deal with Mike Trout’s knee issue, while the Dodgers manage Tommy Edman’s ankle injury. This has resulted in an expanded list of 50 players currently on the IL, reflective of the increasing injury challenges in the sport.

Current Notable Injuries

1. Yordan Alvarez (Houston Astros) - Hand inflammation, currently undergoing assessments.
2. Ronald Acuna (Atlanta Braves) - Torn ACL, in rehab for potential return.
3. Logan Gilbert (Seattle Mariners) - Flexor strain, approaching a comeback.
4. George Kirby (Seattle Mariners) - Shoulder inflammation, progressing well.
5. Spencer Strider (Atlanta Braves) - Strained hamstring, not yet throwing off the mound.
6. Teoscar Hernandez (Los Angeles Dodgers) - Strained adductor, expected short absence.

Further information on additional players is available and ongoing injury updates will be tracked closely throughout the season.