Kyle Tucker exits Dodgers-Giants game early due to knee pain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 3:39 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker left the game against the San Francisco Giants on September 19 after injuring his right knee. Tucker fouled a pitch off his knee, leading to a precautionary exit. Although he played defense for one inning after the injury, he was later removed from the game. Broadcast reports indicated that the decision to take Tucker out was influenced by the game score and the imminent postseason. He was seen favoring the knee but appeared in good spirits while sitting on the bench following his exit.
- •Kyle Tucker left the game after fouling a pitch off his right knee.
- •The incident occurred during his last at-bat on September 19.
- •Tucker was removed precautionarily, according to broadcast reports.
- •He played defense for an inning post-injury before exiting.
- •The Dodgers are considering his health with the postseason nearing.
- 3:39 AMYahoo Sports — Kyle Tucker Leaves Dodgers-Giants Game Early With Knee Pain
"Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker left the game Saturday, Sept. 19th, against the San Francisco Giants after fouling a pitch off his right knee.
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