Mallex Smith's Status For Japan Series In Doubt
6 years agoSeattle Mariners outfielder Mallex Smith's (elbow) status for the Japan Series against the A's in Tokyo on March 20-21 is in doubt after he strained the flexor bundle in his right elbow when overdoing his throwing routine last month in preparation for spring training. He won't be allowed to throw for several weeks and won't swing a bat until the inflammation is out of his elbow. Smith was acquired in a trade from the Rays in the offseason and is expected to be the starting center fielder. The homer opener on March 28 against the Red Sox might be a more realistic target for Smith. While his injury is disappointing, it shouldn't change his value all that much and Smith remains a solid source of steals in the late middle rounds after swiping 40 bags with Tampa in 2018.
Source: MLB.com - Greg Johns
Source: MLB.com - Greg Johns