Chase d’Arnaud Has Torn Thumb Ligament

Posted by on March 14, 2013 | 1 Comment

According to a tweet from Rob Biertempfel, infielder Chase d’Arnaud’s left thumb injury, which has kept him out of action since late last week, is a torn ligament that may require surgery.  This could keep d’Arnaud out for a considerably longer stretch at an inopportune time for him.  He’s trying to regain prospect status after struggling to a 252/325/383 line in AAA last year.  He’s currently competing for a utility infielder job with Brandon Inge, Josh Harrison, Ivan De Jesus, Jr., and Jordy Mercer.  An extended absence could leave d’Arnaud in a tough spot on the depth chart.

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  1. Lee Young
    Lee Young
    March 14, 2013 at 2:22 pm

    Tough spot? Howabout not even ON the depth chart!
    :)
    Of course, with that injury he can still pinchrun, which is about all he is good for any more.