Athletics place All-Star Jacob Wilson on IL with fractured forearm

Athletics All-Star shortstop Jacob Wilson has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a fractured left forearm sustained after being hit by a pitch on July 8. The injury has severely impacted Wilson's performance, dropping his batting average and production, and sidelining him since early July despite initially avoiding the IL to participate in the All-Star Game. Wilson, a top contender for the AL Rookie of the Year with a .312 average, 10 home runs, and 45 RBIs, now faces an uncertain recovery, which has opened the door for teammate Nick Kurtz to emerge as the favorite for the award. To fill the void, the Athletics have recalled infielder Darell Hernaiz from Triple-A Las Vegas, who has been excelling with a .305 average, 4 homers, and 50 RBIs this season. The injury further dims the Athletics' playoff hopes as the MLB trade deadline approaches, but Wilson remains a key part of the team's future plans. Meanwhile, Hernaiz is set to make his 2025 MLB debut, providing depth and versatility across the infield positions.