Baltimore Orioles pitcher Albert Suárez and second baseman Jorge Mateo suffered injuries during the third inning of Tuesday night’s game against the Miami Marlins. Mateo collided with a teammate while diving for a ball, resulting in left elbow pain. X-rays were negative, but an MRI will be done. Suárez was hit by a comebacker and sustained a left shin contusion. He left the game after giving up six runs and eight hits in two-plus innings. The Orioles lost 6-3 to the Marlins. Jordan Westburg moved to second base, and Ramón Urías entered at third to replace Mateo. Suárez said that the injury hurt more after he was hit and that X-rays were negative. Keegan Akin replaced him on the mound. The Orioles are hopeful for a quick recovery for both players as they play through the season. The team will continue to provide updates on their conditions. The incident highlights the physical risks that professional baseball players face on the field. Stay tuned for more news and updates on the Baltimore Orioles as they navigate through the season.
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