On Tuesday evening, the Cleveland Guardians secured their second consecutive win in their road series against the Kansas City Royals, emerging victorious 7-1. This win followed a narrow victory the previous night. However, the Guardians’ celebration was tempered by an injury to first baseman Josh Naylor, who was forced to leave the game late due to an acute back spasm. The injury occurred shortly after Naylor’s eighth-inning single, which led to him being replaced by pinch runner Jhonkensy Noel.
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Despite the setback, Guardians manager Stephen Vogt reassured that Naylor’s injury is not expected to be severe. “He’s fine. He’s tested out of the major stuff,” Vogt said, noting that Naylor is experiencing only lower back tightness.
Naylor has been a key contributor for the Guardians this season, batting .245 with career highs of 29 home runs and 45 RBIs. The Guardians, currently leading the AL Central by 4.5 games with over 80 wins, will continue their series against the Royals on Wednesday evening.
