"Rays outfield prospect Xavier Isaac was limited to 41 Double-A games in 2025, and he didn't play after June 25 due to what was thought to be a continuation of the wrist and elbow injuries that hampered him earlier in the season. However, Isaac revealed in an Instagram post that he actually underwent a " life saving " brain surgery on July 3, following a routine brain scan for what seemed to be just a dehydration issue."
"Selected with the 29th overall pick of the 2022 draft, Isaac has hit .262/.378/.489 with 46 home runs over 1064 plate appearances in pro baseball. Isaac cracked the Double-A level for the first time in 2024 and was still had an .812 OPS over 175 PA with the Montgomery affiliate in 2025 before his season was abruptly ended, even though he struck out in 52 of those 175 trips to the plate."
Xavier Isaac underwent a July 3 lifesaving brain surgery after a routine brain scan revealed a more serious issue than an apparent dehydration problem. The surgery's specific nature was not detailed and Isaac requested privacy from the Rays. Isaac reports he has fully recovered and has already begun some on-field work, including taking part in a hitting camp, and is expected to be ready for Spring Training. Drafted 29th overall in 2022, Isaac has a .262/.378/.489 line with 46 home runs in 1,064 professional plate appearances and reached Double-A in 2024.
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