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Andrés Giménez left team Venezuela's game against the Houston Astros in the sixth inning yesterday which cause fans to worry about injuries.
Seeing our star infielder walk off the diamond unexpectedly always sends a terrifying shiver down the spine of every fan.
We all held our collective breath when he left the game for Team Venezuela against the Houston Astros in the sixth inning.
Injuries during spring training exhibitions are the absolute worst nightmare for any front office trying to build a contender.
But panicking before the medical staff releases an official update is simply a massive waste of precious energy.
Andrés Giménez (Age 27, Undrafted Free Agent, 2015 by New York Mets) is the unquestioned defensive anchor of this entire roster.
He battled through severe ankle pain last year to finish batting .210 with 7 home runs and a .598 OPS.
His elite glove and raw passion for the sport make him completely irreplaceable when the playoffs finally arrive.
Taking him out of the game immediately is the smartest possible move to ensure he stays fully healthy for Opening Day.
The Blue Jays possess incredible depth to survive any temporary setback
Hearing that no severe injury is officially confirmed yet brings an immediate wave of hopeful relief to Toronto diehards.
If he simply needs a few days to ice a minor tweak, this team is perfectly constructed to weather the storm.
Ernie Clement and Leo Jimenez are both incredibly hungry kids waiting patiently for a chance to shine on the big stage.
Giving those gritty utility players some extra reps right now could actually pay massive dividends later this summer.
A winning franchise relies on the entire roster stepping up when adversity inevitably strikes the clubhouse.
Manager John Schneider knows exactly how to juggle this lineup to keep the championship window wide open.
Protecting our core players in March guarantees they will be ready to dominate when the games actually matter in October.
We have watched this resilient group overcome brutal injuries to star players in the past with absolute grace.
The coaching staff will monitor his progress closely while allowing the next man up to prove his undeniable worth.
Let the trainers do their vital work and trust that our defensive wizard will be turning double plays again very soon.
Keep a very close eye on the medical reports today because the heartbeat of this team remains stronger than ever.
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