Rays place Craig Kimbrel on injured list due to setback
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 2:04 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays have placed pitcher Craig Kimbrel on the injured list following a setback. This move marks a significant loss for the team as Kimbrel's performance had been a crucial part of their bullpen strategy. Details surrounding the nature of the injury have not been disclosed. Kimbrel previously played for the New York Mets before joining the Rays.
- •Craig Kimbrel is now on the injured list.
- •The injury's specifics have not been revealed.
- •Kimbrel previously played for the Mets.
- •This represents a significant loss for the Rays.
- •The Rays are seeking to maintain their playoff position.
- 2:04 PMYahoo Sports — What happened to Craig Kimbrel? Why Rays placed ex-Mets closer on injured list
"This is an unfortunate loss for the Rays.
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