Nationals right-hander Jake Irvin on 15-day injured list with 'best news' of shoulder strain
Jake Irvin of the Washington Nationals has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a right shoulder strain. The diagnosis was considered positive, as it revealed no serious issues after he experienced discomfort during a recent game. The Nationals have recalled PJ Poulin from Triple-A to fill in during Irvin's absence.
- ▪Jake Irvin was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain.
- ▪Irvin's MRI results indicated that the strain was not serious, which he and manager Drew Butera viewed as good news.
- ▪PJ Poulin has been recalled from Triple-A Rochester to provide relief pitching for the Nationals.
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