Kurtz's MRI Clear, Status Uncertain After Forearm Injury

WHO:

MLB.com - Nick Kurtz, Athletics first baseman, reigning American League Rookie of the Year, and All-Star.

MLB.com - Mark Kotsay, A's manager.

WHAT:

MLB.com - Kurtz was back in the starting lineup and batting leadoff for the A's in Thursday's series finale against Boston.

MLB.com - A's manager Mark Kotsay stated, “Everything was clean on the MRI. Outside of just the bruising in the area, he feels strong and feels good. We escaped one there.”

MLB.com - Nick Kurtz exited a game against the Red Sox with a left forearm contusion.

MLB.com - Kurtz underwent an MRI which came back clear of any serious injury.

MLB.com - Kurtz is batting leadoff for the A's in a game against Boston.

MLB.com - Kurtz has a season batting line of .260/.399/.491 with 21 home runs and 69 RBIs.

MLB.com - Kurtz ranks third in the Majors in walks (77) and on-base percentage, tied for 11th in RBIs, and ranks 11th in OPS.

WHERE:

MLB.com - West Sacramento, home of the Athletics.

WHEN:

MLB.com - The 2026 Trade Deadline is set for August 3 at 6 p.m. ET.

WHY:

MLB.com - The MRI results were a relief for the A's amid an injury-riddled season.

HOW:

MLB.com - Kurtz underwent an MRI to assess the condition of his left forearm after experiencing a contusion.

Kurtz returned to the starting lineup and batted leadoff for the A's in their series finale against Boston. A's manager Mark Kotsay shared that everything looked good on the MRI, noting that aside from some bruising, Kurtz feels strong and is in good spirits. Kotsay expressed relief, saying, “We escaped one there.”