Oakland Athletics Player Nick Kurtz to See Hand Specialist for Thumb Injury
Oakland Athletics slugger Nick Kurtz will consult a hand specialist in Los Angeles on Monday regarding an injured right thumb, potentially leading to a stint on the injured list. Kurtz has struggled at the plate since returning from a previous…
Detroit, MI, August 2, 2026 —
Oakland Athletics player Nick Kurtz is scheduled to consult a hand specialist in Los Angeles on Monday to address an injured right thumb. The consultation could potentially lead to Kurtz being placed on the injured list.
Kurtz has experienced difficulties at the plate since his return from a prior thumb injury. The exact nature and severity of the current injury have not been disclosed.
Manager Mark Kotsay stated that the team will determine the subsequent course of action following the specialist’s evaluation. Further updates are expected after Monday’s appointment.
Story summarized from the original created by Josh Dubow, Associated Press on www.clickondetroit.com, see more information here.
