Tuesday brought some added excitement as the Braves hosted the Cardinals at Truist Park. However, while it was a thrill to see Michael Soroka back on an MLB mound, his performance didn’t yield the desired results. Soroka faced struggles throughout his outing and was removed from the game after just three innings in the Braves’ 10-6 loss to the Cardinals.

Following the game, it was revealed why the Braves decided to pull Soroka from the start. Any mention of numbness in a pitcher’s fingers raises concerns. Time will provide more insights into the exact nature of the issue, and hopefully, a plan will be formulated soon to aid Soroka in his recovery. While nothing is certain, there’s a realistic possibility that Soroka’s 2023 season may come to an unfortunate end. This is undoubtedly a disappointing turn of events for Soroka as he faces yet another injury setback.

Another noteworthy development is the placement of infielder Vaughn Grissom on the injured list in the minors due to a hip injury. Fortunately, it appears that Grissom’s injury may be minor, and there is hope for a speedy return. Grissom had recently been sent back to the minors after a stint in the majors during Ozzie Albies’ absence.

In the cases of both Soroka and Grissom, exercising caution and ensuring comprehensive injury management is paramount for the Braves. Updates on their respective injuries are expected in the coming days, and we remain hopeful for positive news regarding the recoveries of both Soroka and Grissom.