Nationals' Dylan Crews: Day-to-Day with Left Thumb Contusion
Washington Nationals outfielder Dylan Crews is day-to-day with a left thumb contusion after being hit by a pitch during live batting practice on Saturday. X-rays were negative, according to MLB Network, but the injury still requires him to be scratched from Sunday's lineup.
Despite the setback, Crews has been a solid contributor this spring, batting .111 with one RBI through four games. The 24-year-old had a strong showing last season, batting .208 with 10 home runs, 27 RBIs, and 17 steals in 85 games for the Nationals.
Crews was drafted No. 2 overall by Washington in 2023 and has continued his impressive performance in the MLB. Since his debut in 2024, he has batted .211 with 13 home runs, 35 RBIs, and 29 stolen bases in 116 games.
This latest injury serves as a reminder of the physical demands of professional baseball and the importance of player health and safety. As Crews continues to develop his skills, the Nationals will be counting on his resilience and determination to overcome these challenges.
