Rays Place All-Star Jonathan Aranda on Injured List with Fractured Wrist

Tampa Bay Rays All-Star first baseman Jonathan Aranda has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a left wrist fracture sustained during a collision while fielding a throw against the New York Yankees. Aranda, who has been a breakout player this season with a .316 average, 12 home runs, and 54 RBIs, will be unable to use his left hand for approximately three weeks, after which he will be reassessed. Fortunately, the fracture is small and does not require surgery, and Aranda remains hopeful for a return in September. In his absence, Yandy Diaz is expected to take over first base duties, with Christopher Morel likely stepping into the designated hitter role. The Rays recently made several roster moves, including reinstating Ha-Seong Kim and activating deadline acquisitions Griffin Jax and Hunter Feduccia, while designating backup catcher Matt Thaiss for assignment. The team faces a challenge as they try to recover from a recent losing streak and continue their push for a wild-card spot.