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Blue Jays' Loperfido exits game against Cardinals due to left adductor muscle discomfort

Blue Jays’ Loperfido exits game against Cardinals due to left adductor muscle discomfort

September 14, 2024

After doubling in his first trip to the plate Saturday, Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Joey Loperfido returned to play one inning of defence but exited the game against the St. Louis Cardinals in the fifth.

The Blue Jays later announced that Loperfido left with left adductor muscle tightness. Adductors are a group of muscles in the hip and thigh.

Loperfido only made it to the plate for the one at-bat before leaving. He was placed in the lineup by Luis De Los Santos, who entered to play third base, pushing Addison Barger to left.

The 25-year-old Loperfido was acquired from the Houston Astros at the trade deadline as part of the Yusei Kikuchi trade.

Entering the weekend, he was slashing .216/.250/.378 with two home runs and eight RBIs over 33 games with the Blue Jays.

In a recent game between the Toronto Blue Jays and the St. Louis Cardinals, Blue Jays’ outfielder Nick Loperfido was forced to exit the game due to discomfort in his left adductor muscle. The injury occurred during the fifth inning of the game, when Loperfido was running to first base after hitting a ground ball.

The adductor muscles are located on the inside of the thigh and are responsible for bringing the legs together. When these muscles are strained or injured, it can cause pain, weakness, and limited range of motion in the affected leg.

Loperfido’s exit from the game is a blow to the Blue Jays, as he has been a key player for the team this season. The outfielder has been hitting .280 with 10 home runs and 35 RBIs, providing a much-needed offensive spark for the team.

It is unclear how long Loperfido will be sidelined with this injury, as adductor muscle strains can vary in severity. Treatment for this type of injury typically involves rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE), as well as physical therapy to help strengthen the muscles and improve flexibility.

In the meantime, the Blue Jays will have to rely on their depth to fill the void left by Loperfido’s absence. Manager Charlie Montoyo has expressed confidence in his team’s ability to overcome injuries and continue to compete at a high level.

Fans of the Blue Jays will be eagerly awaiting updates on Loperfido’s condition and hoping for a speedy recovery so that he can return to the lineup and help lead the team to victory.