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Rangers Face Tough Challenge as Josh Smith Falls Ill

May 16, 2026

Josh Smith’s season took a sharp turn when the Texas Rangers learned he was hospitalized with viral meningitis. The diagnosis came on Friday, and doctors expect him to stay in the hospital for one to two weeks before he can even think about returning to baseball. He had already been dealing with

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New Tech Helps Tigers Pitcher Recover Faster

May 14, 2026

The Detroit Tigers faced a tough moment last week when they learned their top pitcher, Tarik Skubal, needed surgery on his elbow to remove loose fragments. Fans worried the season might be over, but recent updates paint a more hopeful picture of his return. A key factor is the use of a modern tool

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Arkansas Outfielder Ruiz Faces a Month‑Long Knee Break

April 1, 2026

Damian Ruiz, the Arkansas baseball team’s key left fielder, will be sidelined for roughly a month after hurting his left knee during a recent game. The injury happened when he leapt for a home‑run ball, and an MRI revealed damage to his patellar tendon rather than a complete tear. Coach Dave Van Hor