Kerry Carpenter leaves game after aggravating heel injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 10:04 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Kerry Carpenter exited the Detroit Tigers' game against the Kansas City Royals after four innings on July 26, having aggravated a bruised left heel during a swing. He recorded two flyouts but left the game before the fifth inning, leading to Ben Malgeri's substitution. Tigers manager A.J. Hinch indicated Carpenter would undergo re-evaluation. This injury is a continuation of a week-long issue affecting Carpenter's mobility and batting. He has struggled offensively this season, contributing to concerns about his impact on the team's performance.
- •Carpenter went 0-for-2 before leaving the game.
- •The injury flared up during his last at-bat.
- •Ben Malgeri replaced Carpenter in right field.
- •Carpenter's season batting average is.210 with 13 home runs.
- •He has been dealing with lower body injuries throughout the season.
- 10:04 PMYahoo Sports — Kerry Carpenter injury update: Tigers RF reaggravates ailing heel
"Detroit Tigers right fielder Kerry Carpenter exited after four innings of Sunday's 5-4 loss after aggravating his bruised heel on a swing.
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