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Julio Rodriguez Placed on Concussion IL
4 Jul
Summary
- Julio Rodriguez placed on seven-day concussion injured list Friday.
- He was hit in the back of the head Thursday, exiting the game.
- Victor Robles will replace Rodriguez in center field Friday.
The Seattle Mariners received difficult news on Friday as they placed center fielder Julio Rodriguez on the seven-day concussion injured list. This move comes after Rodriguez was struck in the back of the head during Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. He was able to continue playing briefly but was later removed from the game. Manager Dan Wilson stated that Rodriguez is expected to remain on the IL for the full seven days, emphasizing the need for caution with head injuries.
Rodriguez's absence will be felt throughout the upcoming three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays and the subsequent series against the Miami Marlins. In a corresponding move, utility player Miles Mastrobuoni was added to the roster. Meanwhile, Victor Robles, who replaced Rodriguez in Thursday's game and was also hit by a pitch, is set to start in center field for Friday's matchup against the Blue Jays.
