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A's infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer undergoes emergency surgery

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 11:33 PM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

A's infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer undergoes emergency surgery

Summary

The Oakland Athletics are facing the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 2 of their series on July 21 at Chase Field. Infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer has been placed on the 10-day injured list following emergency surgery for a ruptured testicle. The incident occurred after he fouled a pitch off his groin during a game on July 20, although he initially stayed in to hit a single. He is reportedly resting comfortably in Phoenix. Tonight, Kohl Drake is making his major league debut for the Diamondbacks against Athletics' Jack Perkins.

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By the Numbers

•Kuroda-Grauer underwent surgery after injuring himself on July 20.
•He was batting.404 in his first 15 MLB games before the injury.
•The Athletics placed him on the 10-day injured list.
•Kohl Drake is making his MLB debut for the Diamondbacks tonight.
•Jack Perkins is starting for the Athletics with a 2-5 record.

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What they're saying

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The Arizona Diamondbacks will look to win their third consecutive series when they face the Athletics on Wednesday, July 22, at Chase Field.
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