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Dodgers place slugger J.D. Martinez on IL with groin injury, call up prospect Michael Busch

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Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter J.D. Martinez celebrates his home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the eighth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, July 25, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)
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Overview

  • Martinez has been dealing with groin, hamstring, and back discomfort for about a month.
  • Despite injury struggles, Martinez is batting .256 with 25 HRs and 78 RBIs in 92 games this season.
  • Dodgers placed Martinez on 10-day IL with groin tightness and abdominal/leg discomfort.
  • In corresponding move, Dodgers called up infield prospect Michael Busch from Triple-A.
  • Busch was batting .323 with 24 HRs and 82 RBIs in 88 Triple-A games prior to call-up.