Rays pitcher Griffin Jax day to day after being hit in the back by a 107 mph liner
Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Griffin Jax is currently day to day after being struck in the back by a 107 mph line drive during a game against the Baltimore Orioles. Despite the injury, Jax expressed confidence in his recovery and stated that he feels capable of making his next start. He left the game after two innings, having allowed three runs, none of which were earned.
- ▪Griffin Jax was hit by a line drive in the second inning of a game against the Baltimore Orioles.
- ▪He is currently day to day with a bruised lower back but feels confident about his recovery.
- ▪Jax left the game after two innings, allowing three runs and three hits.
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