Pitcher exits after line drive to forearm in 10-9 loss

A left-handed pitcher left Sunday's game after being struck on the left forearm by a line drive during a 10-9 loss. The pitcher allowed six hits and five runs, four earned, over 4 1/3 innings before the incident. He walked two batters and recorded one strikeout.

After the liner, the pitcher recovered and threw out the batter at first base. The batter appeared concerned and offered encouragement while returning to the dugout.

Injury update X-rays on the forearm were negative, but additional tests are scheduled. A manager stated the pitcher is unlikely to make his next start. The same manager said the injury is probably not a fracture but still requires time on the injured list because it affects the throwing arm.

Roster implications The team has been using a six-man rotation that leaves seven relievers in the bullpen. An injured-list move for the pitcher would likely add one reliever and restore an eight-man bullpen.