Athletics place Kurtz and Springs on injured list
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 9:18 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The Oakland Athletics have placed first baseman Nick Kurtz on the 10-day injured list due to a strained thumb. Additionally, left-hander Jeffrey Springs has been placed on the 15-day injured list with hip discomfort. Both injuries will affect the team's roster as they navigate the remainder of the season. The Athletics will look to manage these player absences with their existing lineup and call-ups from the minors if necessary.
- •Nick Kurtz is on the 10-day injured list.
- •Jeffrey Springs is on the 15-day injured list.
- •Kurtz has a strained thumb; Springs has hip discomfort.
- •Injuries may lead to roster adjustments for the Athletics.
- 9:42 PMESPN MLB — Athletics place Kurtz, Springs on injured list
"Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz was placed on the 10-day IL with a strained thumb while left-hander Jeffrey Springs went on the 15-day IL with hip discomfort.
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