Athletics rookie Kuroda-Grauer recovering after surgery for ruptured testicle
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 6:09 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Athletics rookie infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer is in good spirits following emergency surgery for a ruptured testicle. The injury occurred during a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks on July 20, which the Athletics won 5-2. Kuroda-Grauer was able to finish the game, collecting two hits, including his first career home run. He has been placed on the 10-day injured list but is said to be resting comfortably. Manager Mark Kotsay noted that Kuroda-Grauer remains positive and even joked during his visit to the hospital.
- •Joshua Kuroda-Grauer underwent surgery for a ruptured testicle.
- •The injury happened during a game against the Diamondbacks on July 20.
- •Kuroda-Grauer recorded his first career home run before leaving the game.
- •He has been placed on the 10-day injured list.
- •Manager Mark Kotsay reported Kuroda-Grauer is in great spirits.
- 6:09 PMYahoo Sports — Mark Kotsay: Joshua Kuroda-Grauer in 'great spirits' after testicle surgery
"Athletics manager Mark Kotsay said Joshua Kuroda-Grauer "was joking" after undergoing emergency surgery for a ruptured testicle.
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