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MLB Injury Report October Twenty Four Rays Rotation Issues Could Blow This Game Open

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Saturday, October 24, 20266 players listed2 teams affectedUpdated October 24, 20261 game today

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Two teams are in action tonight as the postseason heat intensifies. Tampa Bay is the team to watch because their pitching staff is a mess right now while Milwaukee stays relatively stable.

Key Takeaways

The Rays rotation is the biggest story here. Without McClanahan and Pepiot, the Brewers have a massive edge in the early innings. Watch for Gavin Lux to potentially return to the Rays lineup as that could help balance the offensive scales.

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Tampa Bay Rays

vs MIL • 8:00 PM ET

4 players out

The Rays are limping into this game with a starting rotation that is missing its top stars. Losing both McClanahan and Pepiot means the bullpen is going to be heavily taxed tonight. This puts a massive amount of pressure on their hitters to outpace the pitching deficit.

Shane McClanahanSPOUTSoreness

Betting impact: This is a massive blow to the rotation. Without their ace, the Rays are forced into a bullpen game or a spot start which significantly raises the projected total for this game.

Ryan PepiotSPSixty Day ILSurgery

Betting impact: His absence alongside McClanahan leaves the Rays without two of their most reliable arms. Expect the Brewers to have a much easier time in the early innings.

Gavin Lux2BMonitor PregameInflammation

Betting impact: His return date was yesterday, so he could be back in the lineup tonight. If he plays, he provides a much needed boost to the middle infield and the bottom of the order.

Jonathan HeasleyRPSixty Day ILFracture

Betting impact: He has been out long term, so the market has already adjusted. But his absence still limits the depth of a bullpen that will likely be used early and often tonight.

Milwaukee Brewers

vs TB • 8:00 PM ET

2 players out

Milwaukee is the healthier squad by a mile. They are only missing depth pieces in the bullpen which has been the case for months now. Their core lineup and starting rotation are ready to go.

Brian FitzpatrickRPSixty Day ILSurgery

Betting impact: This is a long term injury that doesn't change the current betting line. The Brewers have already found replacements in their middle relief units.

Angel ZerpaRPSixty Day ILSurgery

Betting impact: Like Fitzpatrick, Zerpa is out for the season. It means the Brewers high leverage arms might have to work more innings if the game stays close.

Keep a close eye on the Tampa Bay starter announcement. I will see you at the window.

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