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Jax ready for playoffs after back injury
Rays pitcher Jax clears back injury, ready for postseason.
In brief
Rays pitcher Jax clears back injury, ready for postseason. Rays pitcher Griffin Jax expects to play in postseason despite 104 mph line drive hitting his back. Originally reported by Mlb.
Injury moment
Griffin Jax took a 104 mph line drive off his back during a game.
Immediate reaction
Jax bent over in pain before walking to the dugout.
Manager's view
Manager Kevin Cash said Jax will be fine for the next game.
Previous incident
Jax was hit by a 107 mph liner in May.
Postseason readiness
Jax expects no impact on his postseason availability.
What happens next
Rays will likely use Jax in postseason games.
Here's the gist
Rays pitcher Griffin Jax expects to play in postseason despite 104 mph line drive hitting his back.
