It has been a roller coaster ride for the experienced Aaron Hicks. He had a disappointing start to the season and was considered a faded star for poor performances. But a move out of New York changed the narrative, as the former Yankee did exceptionally well after his DFA and joining the Orioles. He has outshined his older self and has been one of the brightest spots on the team. But the latest update has put a break on his exploits on the field.
There is no doubt Hicks has strengthened the Orioles squad and has been crucial in their surge in the AL East. But now he has suffered an injury that would keep him out of action for a minimum of ten days. Given fans have had an eye on the player since he joined the Orioles, this injury update has attracted a lot of reactions from them.
A Hamstring Injury Brings Aaron Hicks Orioles Run to a Halt
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Aaron Hicks had a tough run with the Yanks, and thoughts were there that his career would end. It happened after he failed to prove his $70-worth contract with the Yankees. He was eventually moved out of the team with a DFA. But Hicks’ fate took a 180-degree turn at Baltimore. He surpassed his 2023 season record for the Yankees and has scored 24 runs with 25 RBIs at an OPS of 0.764. till now.
Though the situation took another spiral turn. The 33-year-old scored only two runs in the last seven games. It all put him under pressure, and now a hamstring injury has dented it further. MLB Trade Rumors shared this information on Twitter.
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Orioles Place Aaron Hicks On IL With Hamstring Strain https://t.co/t8ypW5vWYk pic.twitter.com/ZAMHTAEu9V
— MLB Trade Rumors (@mlbtraderumors) July 25, 2023
According to the report, Aaron Hicks is to be out for at least a 10-day because of experiencing a left hamstring strain. In his place, Ryan McKenna would join the squad. Given, fans were already unhappy with the downfall in his performances. The latest injury update had brought their disappointment into the open.?
Fans’ Disappointment Surfaces as Hicks Move to IL With Another Injury
Though Hicks has been a great hitter, injuries have hampered his career. Given the importance of the upcoming games, fans never wanted him to face an injury again. And when the same has happened, they have a lot to share. Reacting to his latest injury amidst poor results, they have shared their thoughts in the following tweets.
Hicks being Hicks
— JT Kirkman (@JtkirkmanWF) July 25, 2023
Everything’s back to normal pic.twitter.com/lmCeZTulTd
— Janrique Fernandez (@Janrique11) July 25, 2023
Hurt himself acting like he caught a pop fly yesterday, karma
— Stanley Yelnats (@Stanley108375) July 25, 2023
Though few voices also expressed sadness over the untimely injury to the improved player.
😞 He was playing pretty well too, sorry to hear that.
— Keith (@KeithRi2022) July 25, 2023
Was really happy seeing him succeed. Get well soon
— Aaron Hughes (@AaronrHughes) July 25, 2023
Fans are unhappy at large with Hicks getting injured. Having played well for the team, he had a crucial role in the upcoming game, and his injury would defeat that. All eyes would be on his return. Will he be able to perform the same? Only time will tell!
How do you see this Hicks injury? Let us know your understanding in the comments below!
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