Athletics' All-Star 1B Kurtz lands on IL with thumb sprain
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 5:20 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Nick Kurtz of the Oakland Athletics, named to start at first base for the American League in the upcoming All-Star Game, was placed on the 10-day injured list on July 11, 2026, due to a right thumb sprain. This injury may affect his availability for the All-Star Game scheduled for next week. Kurtz's absence will be felt as he has been a key player for the Athletics this season. The team now has to adjust their roster ahead of the mid-season classic.
- •Nick Kurtz placed on the 10-day injured list on July 11.
- •Injury is a right thumb sprain.
- •Set to start at first base for the AL in the All-Star Game.
- •Kurtz's absence requires roster adjustments for the Athletics.
- •The All-Star Game is scheduled for next week.
- 6:13 PMESPN — A's All-Star 1B Kurtz put on IL with thumb sprain
"Athletics slugger Nick Kurtz, who was set to start at first base for the American League at next week's All-Star Game, went on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a right thumb sprain.
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