A's Nick Kurtz nears return; injury updates on Kuroda-Grauer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 6:13 AM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Nick Kurtz, on the injured list since July 11 due to a right thumb capsule sprain, could return to the A's lineup by the weekend. He has resumed batting practice and fielding drills. Following the A's recent game against the Diamondbacks, the team is also monitoring injuries to two players: Joshua Kuroda-Grauer, who left with a testicle contusion, and Colby Thomas, who exited with a left wrist contusion. Kuroda-Grauer underwent an ultrasound, and results are pending, while Thomas's X-ray returned negative, but his status remains uncertain based on swelling.
- •Nick Kurtz could return by the weekend from thumb injury.
- •Joshua Kuroda-Grauer left game with a testicle contusion.
- •Colby Thomas was removed with a left wrist contusion.
- •Kuroda-Grauer is awaiting ultrasound results.
- •Kotsay noted Kurtz's return timeline is aspirational.
- 6:13 AMYahoo Sports — Nick Kurtz Nears Return as A's Await Injury Updates on Kuroda-Grauer
"Kurtz could be back by the weekend, but the A's are now monitoring two more injury scares after Monday's win over Arizona.
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