Nick Kurtz Placed on 10-Day IL with Right Thumb Sprain

Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz has been placed on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to Friday, due to a right thumb capsule sprain. The injury forces him to withdraw from the American League All-Star Game, where he was slated to start at first base. Kurtz will now focus on his rehabilitation timeline, with further updates on his status expected as he progresses through the recovery process.