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A's season derailed by injuries and Kotsay calls it unlike anything he's seen

The Athletics entered the season with high hopes, but injuries derailed their plans

SEPTEMBER 29 • Associated Press

Hitless in return Kuroda-Grauer went 0-for-2 in Tuesday's 9-7 win over the Angels.

Impact Kuroda-Grauer came up empty in his first MLB game since July 20 after recovering from surgery for a ruptured testicle. The 23-year-old has impressed in a small sample size with the Athletics, slashing .403/.422/.565 with a homer, four RBI and eight runs in 64 plate appearances. Kuroda-Grauer started Tuesday's contest at second base and figures to continue seeing action at the keystone over the club's final five games of the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Returning for final week of season The Athletics reinstated Kuroda-Grauer (groin) from the 60-day injured list Tuesday.

Impact Kuroda-Grauer had been out since suffering a testicular contusion July 20 against the Diamondbacks. He got surgery to address the testicle that was ruptured and was able to start rehab in the middle of August. As the young prospect returns to action Tuesday, the Athletics placed Max Muncy (knee) on the 10-day injured list and transferred J.T. Ginn (elbow) to the 60-injured list in corresponding moves.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Kicks off rehab assignment Friday Kuroda-Grauer (groin) went 0-for-3 with Triple-A Las Vegas on Friday.

Impact Kuroda-Grauer started at designated hitter and went hitless, but his return to game action for the first time since July 20 was a positive sign after undergoing surgery for a ruptured testicle. He likely won't return to the Athletics' active roster this season, though the possibility hasn't been fully ruled out, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. In 16 games at the big-league level, Kuroda-Grauer impressed with a .417/.435/.583 slash line, a homer, four RBI and eight runs scored.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for rehab games Kuroda-Grauer (testicle) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Las Vegas on Friday, Jason Burke of Roundtable.io reports.

Impact Kuroda-Grauer underwent surgery in late July to address a ruptured testicle, and he's progressed enough in his recovery to be cleared for games. The rookie should return at some point during the final week of the regular season, provided all goes well on his rehab assignment.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Transferred to 60-day IL The Athletics transferred Kuroda-Grauer (testicle) to the 60-day injured list Tuesday.

Impact Kuroda-Grauer will now not be eligible for activation until late September, and it's possible his season is over after he had surgery in late July to address a ruptured testicle. The transaction frees up a spot on the 40-man roster.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for light activities The Athletics announced Monday that Kuroda-Grauer (testicle) has resumed taking part in light, non-impact activities, Jason Burke of Roundtable.io reports.

Impact Kuroda-Grauer will be eased back into baseball-related workouts after he required surgery July 21 to address a ruptured testicle, an injury he suffered a day earlier when he fouled a ball off of himself. The Athletics aren't putting a timeline on Kuroda-Grauer's return from the injured list, but since he hasn't yet begun a hitting, running or fielding progression, he doesn't appear on track to make it back from the shelf before the end of August.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Mark Kotsay: Joshua Kuroda-Grauer in 'great spirits' after testicle surgery Athletics manager Mark Kotsay said Joshua Kuroda-Grauer "was joking" after undergoing emergency surgery for a ruptured testicle.

JULY 22 • USATODAY.COM

"I'd rather die" - Fans react to Joshua Kuroda-Grauer suffering testicle injury in Athletics vs. Diamondbacks game Athletics infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer underwent emergency surgery after suffering a ruptured testicle on Monday night in a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

JULY 22 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

A's place rookie Joshua Kuroda-Grauer on injured list following surgery for ruptured testicle

The Athletics placed rookie infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer on the 10-day injured list Tuesday following emergency surgery for a ruptured testicle caused by a foul ball the night be...

JULY 22 • Associated Press

A's rookie Joshua Kuroda-Grauer put on injured list with ruptured testicle A's rookie Joshua Kuroda-Grauer was placed on the 10-day injured list with a ruptured testicle.

JULY 22 • USATODAY.COM

Deadspin | Athletics' Joshua Kuroda-Grauer (testicle) undergoes emergency surgery Deadspin | Athletics' Joshua Kuroda-Grauer (testicle) undergoes emergency surgery

JULY 22 • DEADSPIN.COM

Below The Belt Injury Forces Athletics To Place Joshua Kuroda-Grauer On IL

Athletics infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer placed on 10-day injured list with "ruptured testicle."

JULY 21 • FOX SPORTS

Below The Belt Injury Forces Athletics To Place Joshua Kuroda-Grauer On IL

A's infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer hits IL with 'ruptured testicle ' after fouling ball off groin vs. Diamondbacks | Sporting News The Athletics sent Kuroda-Grauer to the IL after an unfortunate injury on a foul ball he hit.

JULY 21 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Placed on injured list The Athletics placed Kuroda-Grauer on the 10-day injured list Tuesday following surgery for a ruptured testicle.

Impact The A's haven't provided a timeline for Kuroda-Grauer's return, though he will likely remain on the shelf beyond the 10-day minimum. Max Muncy will come up from Triple-A Las Vegas in a corresponding move and could see time at third base while Kuroda-Grauer is out.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Jeff McNeil's pinch-hit single in the 7th inning sends the A's to a 5-2 win over the Diamondbacks

Jeff McNeil drove in the go-ahead runs with a pinch-hit single in the seventh inning and the Athletics beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-2

JULY 21 • Associated Press

Diagnosed with contusion Kuroda-Grauer has been diagnosed with a testicular contusion, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Kuroda-Grauer suffered the injury during Monday's matchup against the Diamondbacks and was unable to finish the game. He can be considered day-to-day until further notice.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Departs early Monday Kuroda-Grauer left Monday's game against the Diamondbacks due to an undisclosed injury, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Kuroda-Grauer appeared to be in some discomfort after fouling a ball off himself earlier in the game, and he was later removed in the bottom of the sixth inning. He can be considered day-to-day until the team has an update on the nature and severity of his injury.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Athletics pitcher J.T. Ginn loses no-hit bid in 7th inning against Nationals

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JULY 19 • Associated Press

Athletics come into matchup with the White Sox on losing streak

The Athletics head into the matchup against the Chicago White Sox after losing eight straight games

JULY 12 • Associated Press

A's Joshua Kuroda-Grauer making MLB history to begin career | Sporting News The young infielder is making a great first impression.

JULY 10 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Three hits in Wednesday's loss Kuroda-Grauer went 3-for-4 in Wednesday's 6-1 loss to the Tigers.

Impact All three knocks were singles, but the rookie infielder was still the only Athletic to collect multiple hits on the night as the team managed just seven hits in total against Detroit pitching. Kuroda-Grauer has started eight straight contests since his promotion while bouncing between second base, third base and shortstop, batting a blistering .500 (15-for-30) to begin his big-league career with three doubles, an RBI, four runs and just two strikeouts.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Tarik Skubal and Colt Keith lead the Tigers to a 6-2 victory over the Athletics

Tarik Skubal struck out nine over five innings and Colt Keith hit a two-run homer to lead the Detroit Tigers to a 6-2 victory over the Athletics on Tuesday night

JULY 8 • Associated Press

Marlins Pull Eury Pérez After Seven Perfect Innings, Survive 9-8 Thriller vs. A’s

Eury Perez pitched seven perfect innings before getting lifted by Miami manager Clayton McCullough, and the Marlins nearly squandered an eig...

JULY 6 • FOX SPORTS

Marlins Pull Eury Pérez After Seven Perfect Innings, Survive 9-8 Thriller vs. A’s

Pérez pulled after 7 perfect innings against A's, and Marlins nearly blow 8-run lead in 9-8 win

Eury Pérez was pulled after pitching seven perfect innings Sunday, and the Miami Marlins nearly blew an eight-run lead before holding on for a 9-8 victory over the Athletics

JULY 5 • Associated Press

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A's season derailed by injuries and Kotsay calls it unlike anything he's seen

A's place rookie Joshua Kuroda-Grauer on injured list following surgery for ruptured testicle

Below The Belt Injury Forces Athletics To Place Joshua Kuroda-Grauer On IL

Jeff McNeil's pinch-hit single in the 7th inning sends the A's to a 5-2 win over the Diamondbacks

Athletics pitcher J.T. Ginn loses no-hit bid in 7th inning against Nationals

Athletics come into matchup with the White Sox on losing streak

Tarik Skubal and Colt Keith lead the Tigers to a 6-2 victory over the Athletics

Marlins Pull Eury Pérez After Seven Perfect Innings, Survive 9-8 Thriller vs. A’s

Pérez pulled after 7 perfect innings against A's, and Marlins nearly blow 8-run lead in 9-8 win