Luis Robert Jr. is missing his second consecutive game due to soreness in his adductor, an injury sustained while stealing second base in a recent game. Manager Will Venable noted that Robert is feeling better but not fully ready yet. Robert boasts a .375 average over a nine-game hitting streak, despite struggling earlier in the season with a .206 average. Meanwhile, Shane Smith is working back from a sprained left ankle, feeling good during his throwing session, with plans to map out his next steps.
Luis Robert Jr. has been sidelined for two games due to adductor soreness, feeling the injury after a stolen base in a recent victory over Tampa Bay. Despite resting in a loss against the Cubs, he showed improvement according to manager Will Venable. Robert is currently batting .375 over a nine-game hitting streak following a rough start this season, but has an overall average of .206 with 10 homers and 41 RBIs in 84 games.
Shane Smith, returning from a sprained ankle, faced fellow players during a throwing session and felt successful in assessing his pitching performance. Venable acknowledged Smith's improvement and indicated they would determine his next steps, whether additional practice or a rehabilitation assignment.
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