Dillon Dingler exits game with hand injury but X-rays are negative
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 1:52 AM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Dillon Dingler left Wednesday's game against the Oakland Athletics after being hit on the right hand by a foul ball. The Detroit Tigers catcher was examined on the field and finished the defensive half-inning before being removed from the game. Following the game, manager A.J. Hinch reported that Dingler’s initial X-rays were negative, but further testing is planned to assess the injury. Dingler is having a breakout season and was recently selected for his first All-Star Game, making the injury particularly concerning for the Tigers.
- •Dillon Dingler exited the game after being struck by a foul ball.
- •Initial X-rays showed no fractures in Dingler's hand.
- •Hinch confirmed further testing is planned for Dingler's injury.
- •Dingler was selected as an All-Star for the first time this season.
- •He is leading the Tigers with 19 home runs and 60 RBI this season.
- 1:52 AMYahoo Sports — A.J. Hinch Provides Dillon Dingler Injury Update
"Dillon Dingler was removed from the game on Wednesday during the Tigers' 6-1 win over the Athletics.
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