Xavier Edwards Exits With Possible Left Thumb Sprain
The Marlins second baseman was hurt on a stolen-base play and faces an uncertain timeline as Miami chases a playoff spot.
Xavier Edwards left Miami's win over Washington in the fifth inning after Nationals infielder Jorbit Vivas slid into his left arm on a stolen-base play. Manager Clayton McCullough indicated the early diagnosis is a left thumb sprain, with imaging scheduled for Monday. Edwards said he was feeling okay afterward, and a minor sprain could mean a short IL stint or none at all, but a Grade 2 sprain could end his regular season. The Marlins, sitting 3.5 games back of the final NL wild-card spot, would likely turn to Leo Jimenez at second base if Edwards misses time.
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