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Nolan Arenado exits game with thumb injury
Diamondbacks' Nolan Arenado leaves Tuesday's game with right thumb inflammation after battling injuries all season.
In brief
Diamondbacks' Nolan Arenado leaves Tuesday's game with right thumb inflammation after battling injuries all season. Arenado's thumb injury, ongoing since August, may sideline him briefly but manager says he'll return Wednesday. Originally reported by Arizona Diamondbacks On SI.
Injury in action
Arenado left Tuesday's game with right thumb inflammation after a line drive in the fifth inning.
Thumb issue history
He was scratched from Arizona's lineup on August 27 due to the same thumb problem.
Manager's plan
Torey Lovullo said Arenado won't miss much time and will return Wednesday.
Arenado's stats
Arenado has hit .241/.319/.443 with 25 home runs and a .762 OPS this season.
Fernandez stepping up
Jose Fernandez, 22, has been a strong defensive option and hit .262/.305/.356 entering Tuesday's game.
Injury history
Arenado has battled intercostal injuries and thumb issues all season without being placed on the injured list.
Playoff impact
Losing Arenado for extended time could hurt the Diamondbacks' playoff chances with his defensive value and leadership.
What matters most
Arenado's thumb injury, ongoing since August, may sideline him briefly but manager says he'll return Wednesday.
