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Marlins place pitcher Max Meyer on injured list due to neck strain

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 11:20 PM

Last updated Jul 20, 2026

Marlins place pitcher Max Meyer on injured list due to neck strain

Summary

The Miami Marlins have placed All-Star right-hander Max Meyer on the 15-day injured list with a neck strain. Meyer is set to see a specialist to evaluate the injury further. Additionally, All-Star shortstop Otto Lopez is out of the starting lineup for the second consecutive game, signaling challenges for the Marlins as they navigate injuries during the season.

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Status Watch

•Max Meyer placed on 15-day injured list with neck strain
•Meyer will see a specialist for further evaluation
•Otto Lopez out of starting lineup for second game
•Marlins dealing with multiple key injuries this season

Latest Updates

1:47 AMYahoo Sports — Pain in neck: Marlins shelve injured SP Max Meyer
12:09 AMESPN MLB — Marlins' Meyer (neck) put on IL, to see specialist...
12:05 AMYahoo Sports — Marlins place All-Star pitcher Max Meyer on IL with neck strain, timeline for return uncertain

What they're saying

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Marlins All-Star right-hander Max Meyer was placed on the 15-day injured list with a neck strain, and All-Star shortstop Otto Lopez was out of the starting lineup for the second straight game.
— ESPN MLB

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The Marlins are tied in a race for the National League's third wild-card playoff spot after losing six consecutive games.
— Yahoo Sportsby Ian Casselberry