Craig Kimbrel injury update: Cubs put closer on IL with knee inflammation | Sporting News
The reliever reported feeling discomfort after pitching Saturday and an MRI revealed inflammation.
www.sportingnews.comHere’s the latest on Craig Kimbrel based on recent reports:
- Most recent update indicates he was placed on the injured list with right knee inflammation after a Saturday outing, with the Cubs planning caution in handling the issue. This suggests a short-term absence and bullpen shuffles may follow [source: Sporting News] .
- In 2019, he previously landed on the IL with elbow-related concerns (for context on past injury patterns, not a current status) .
- There have been other veteran-team fluctuation stories about Kimbrel in recent seasons, including roster moves and rumors, but the current, concrete news centers on the knee inflammation and IL placement .
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