# Arraez ankle sprain threatens Phillies playoff hopes

> Luis Arraez's ankle sprain could end his season as Phillies chase Wild Card spot.
- Title: Arraez ankle sprain threatens Phillies playoff hopes · Mlb
- Summary: Luis Arraez's ankle sprain could end his season as Phillies chase Wild Card spot. Luis Arraez may miss Phillies' postseason after MRI shows severe left ankle…
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- Source: Mlb — https://mlb.com/news/luis-arraez-could-miss-rest-of-regular-season-with-left-ankle-sprain
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## Luis Arraez
Luis Arraez sprained left ankle during Thursday night game.
## MRI exam
MRI exam confirmed severe left ankle sprain.
## Manager Don Mattingly
Don Mattingly says it's not a great one for Arraez's return.

> Yeah, kind of not a great one
## Playoff impact
Phillies need Arraez for Wild Card series and divisional play.
## Injured list
Phillies hope for improvement before placing on 10-day injured list.
## Offensive blow
Arraez's absence hurts Phillies' offense with .278 batting average.
## Key takeaway

Luis Arraez may miss Phillies' postseason after MRI shows severe left ankle sprain.