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Athletics’ Nick Kurtz dealt brutal injury update right before All-Star game
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Athletics star Nick Kurtz received an unfortunate injury update on Friday. The American League's MLB All-Star Game first base starter is likely going to be placed on the injured list due to a right thumb capsule strain, according to Martin Gallegos of MLB.com.
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"Nick Kurtz is dealing with a right thumb capsule strain. He is likely going to be placed on the IL, which obviously puts his status for the All-Star Game in jeopardy," Gallegos reported.
It is obviously an unfortunate update both for Kurtz and the Athletics . Shortstop Jacob Wilson recently returned from the IL , so it seemed as if the A's were potentially on the verge of having multiple stars on the field playing together. Now, the Athletics will likely be without their first baseman for a while — although an official timeline has yet to be revealed.
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Kurtz, 23, has done nothing but hit since making his MLB debut last year. He won the 2025 American League Rookie of the Year Award after hitting .290 to go along with a 1.002 OPS and 36 home runs. So far in 2026, the infielder has hit .266 with a .902 OPS and 20 long balls.
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The Athletics are 41-52 overall heading into their game on Friday night against the Chicago White Sox . The A's started the seasons strong, but they have been more inconsistent in recent weeks. Bouncing back without their All-Star first baseman on the field will obviously be a challenge.
Updates on Nick Kurtz's injury status will continue to be monitored and provided as they are made available.
