Nolan Arenado Leaves Game with Torso Injury, MRI Expected

Nolan Arenado departed from the Diamondbacks' 5-3 loss to the Braves due to discomfort in his left trunk. The veteran third baseman indicated that he would likely undergo an MRI to assess the injury, expressing concern as he was unfamiliar with the type of soreness he experienced.

Arenado first felt discomfort while putting on his leg guard before his at-bat in the fourth inning. He appeared to struggle while running to first base after grounding out and was subsequently replaced by Ildemaro Vargas. This injury comes just after Arenado's standout performance where he hit two home runs in the previous game against the Braves.

Throughout the season, Arenado has recorded 20 home runs, maintaining a batting line of .241/.321/.443 over 458 plate appearances. His performance has been crucial for the Diamondbacks, who are vying for a wild card spot. If he is placed on the injured list, it could hinder Arizona's playoff chances, with Vargas and Tim Tawa likely stepping in to cover third base duties.