If the league insists on stacking 82 48-minute …
The article discusses the rising incidence of calf injuries in the league, noting a significant increase in reports this season. It highlights that calf injuries now account for nearly one in four lower-leg injuries, a stark contrast to previous years. The author warns that the current schedule and physical demands on players could exacerbate this trend.
- ▪From 2010 to 2024, there were only five instances of a player having three calf reports in a single season.
- ▪This year alone, there have been six such instances, indicating a concerning trend.
- ▪Calf injuries now make up nearly one in four lower-leg injuries in the league.
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