Quantrill exits start early, MRI scheduled for right lat tightness
Rangers starter Cal Quantrill left his outing against the Blue Jays with right lat tightness, raising concerns about his availability going forward.
Cal Quantrill was forced to leave his start against the Toronto Blue Jays early after experiencing tightness in his right lat. The Rangers have scheduled an MRI to assess the severity of the injury. Lat injuries can range from minor strains to significant tears, making the MRI results critical for determining his next steps. His roster status and rotation spot are uncertain until the imaging results are known.
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