Kyle Tucker leaves game with back spasms during Dodgers' win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 5:32 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Kyle Tucker exited Monday's game against the Minnesota Twins due to lower back spasms after a second-inning walk. He was replaced by pinch-runner Alex Call during the Dodgers' 2-1 victory. Tucker has struggled since joining the Dodgers, hitting.234 with six home runs in 75 games. Manager Dave Roberts is not overly concerned about the injury, mentioning Tucker's history with similar issues. The Dodgers still owe Tucker $55 million for the 2027 season, part of his four-year, $240 million contract.
- •Tucker left Monday's game in Minnesota with back spasms.
- •He replaced by Alex Call during the Dodgers' 2-1 win.
- •Tucker is hitting.234 with six home runs this season.
- •The Dodgers owe Tucker $55 million for 2027.
- •Manager Roberts expresses mild concern about Tucker's injury.
- 5:32 PMYahoo Sports — Will Kyle Tucker's back injury keep Dodgers paying?
"Los Angeles' high-priced outfielder was sidelined with lower back spasms during Monday's win over the Minnesota Twins.
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