# Jax ready for playoffs after back injury

> Rays pitcher Jax clears back injury, ready for postseason.
- Title: Jax ready for playoffs after back injury · Mlb | Shortify
- Summary: 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.
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- Source: Mlb — https://mlb.com/news/griffin-jax-exits-rays-game-after-line-drive-hits-back
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- Topics: griffin jax, rays, postseason, back injury, mlb, philadelphia phillies, tampa bay rays, american league, sports
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Rays pitcher Griffin Jax expects to play in postseason despite 104 mph line drive hitting his back.