Injury Territory

Is Skenes Broken?

Is Paul Skenes broken? His fastball velocity is down. His spin rate has dropped. The results aren’t what baseball fans have come to expect. So what’s really happening? This week on Injury Territory, Will Carroll and Edward Egros take a deep dive into one of the biggest pitching stories in Major League Baseball. Is Paul Skenes dealing with fatigue, injury, mechanical changes, or simply the natural evolution of a young ace? Drawing on the research of pitching expert Justin Orenduff, we examine the relationship between velocity, spin rate, workload, biomechanics, and performance to separate meaningful warning signs from normal variation. We also break down growing concerns surrounding the New York Yankees rotation. With injuries affecting Carlos Rodón and top prospect Carlos Lagrange, is it time for the Yankees to hit the panic button, or do they still have enough depth to weather the storm? Meanwhile, Shohei Ohtani continues to manage shoulder concerns that may ultimately prove more significant than the knee injury everyone has been focused on. We discuss what shoulder injuries mean for two-way players, how they affect throwing mechanics and hitting, and what the Los Angeles Dodgers should be watching as the season progresses. Plus, injury updates on Dustin May, Byron Buxton, and more as teams prepare for the All-Star break. We also tackle baseball’s latest equipment controversy, asking whether the baseball itself has become part of the story, and preview next week’s special interview with baseball researcher Dr. Meredith Wills, one of the world’s foremost experts on the construction and performance of the baseball. If you’re looking for Paul Skenes analysis, MLB injury news, Shohei Ohtani updates, Yankees pitching injuries, baseball analytics, spin rate, velocity, biomechanics, sports medicine, pitching mechanics, and expert baseball injury breakdowns, Injury Territory delivers the insight behind the headlines every week. #MLB #PaulSkenes #ShoheiOhtani #Yankees #CarlosRodon #BaseballInjuries #Pitching #BaseballAnalytics #SportsMedicine #DustinMay #ByronBuxton #InjuryTerritory Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 [https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10] Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Ragans Season Over

No, we’re not breaking down a Taylor Swift injury… even if the internet seems convinced that’s the biggest story in sports this week. Instead, Injury Territory sticks to baseball, where the injury news keeps coming. Will Carroll and Edward Egros analyze the season-ending injury to Cole Ragans, what it means for the Kansas City Royals, and how one of the game’s most electric left-handers ended up on the shelf. We also discuss the latest on Corey Seager and his recurring back issues, plus injury updates involving Connolly Early and Brent Rooker. The centerpiece of this episode is a deep dive into the MLB injury landscape at the season’s midpoint. Are injuries really increasing? Which body parts are driving the numbers? Are pitchers actually healthier than last season? Will and Edward examine the latest data, identify emerging trends, and explain why partial-season injury statistics can easily lead analysts—and fans—to the wrong conclusions. It’s a master class in separating signal from noise when it comes to baseball injuries. If you’re looking for MLB injury news, Cole Ragans injury updates, Corey Seager back injury analysis, Brent Rooker, baseball analytics, sports medicine, pitching health, injury trends, and expert breakdowns of what’s really happening around Major League Baseball, Injury Territory delivers the context behind the headlines every week. Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 [https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10] Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount #MLB #ColeRagans #CoreySeager #BrentRooker #BaseballInjuries #SportsMedicine #BaseballAnalytics #KansasCityRoyals #TexasRangers #InjuryTerritory See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Rehab King Mike Reinold

What does it really take to get an athlete back from injury? This week on Injury Territory, Will Carroll sits down with one of the world’s leading experts in sports rehabilitation, physical therapy, and return-to-play science: Mike Reinold. Mike Reinold is a renowned physical therapist, strength and conditioning specialist, former Head Athletic Trainer and Physical Therapist for the Boston Red Sox, and co-founder of Champion Physical Therapy and Performance. He has worked with elite athletes across Major League Baseball, the NFL, and professional sports, and is widely recognized as one of the foremost voices in rehabilitation, shoulder health, throwing mechanics, and injury prevention. Mike is also the host of the highly respected The Ask Mike Reinold Show podcast, where he answers questions from coaches, clinicians, and athletes about rehab, performance, biomechanics, and sports medicine. In this in-depth interview, Mike discusses how rehabilitation has evolved, the biggest misconceptions about returning athletes to play, how teams balance workload with resilience, and why building durable athletes is about far more than simply limiting stress. From pitching injuries to strength training, biomechanics, and performance science, this is a conversation every baseball fan, coach, therapist, and athlete should hear. Before the interview, Will also rounds up the latest MLB injury news, including updates on Marcus Semien, Yandy Díaz, and Wyatt Langford, explaining what their injuries mean, expected recovery timelines, and how each could impact the playoff race. If you’re interested in MLB injuries, baseball sports medicine, physical therapy, athlete rehabilitation, return-to-play protocols, pitching health, biomechanics, injury prevention, strength and conditioning, Mike Reinold, or The Ask Mike Reinold Show, this episode of Injury Territory delivers expert insight from one of the best minds in sports performance. Go to Quince.com/foul [https://quince.com/FOUL] for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns #MLB #MikeReinold #SportsMedicine #PhysicalTherapy #BaseballInjuries #Rehabilitation #Biomechanics #MarcusSemien #WyattLangford #YandyDiaz #Pitching #InjuryTerritory See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

What Is Arm Slot?

What is arm slot? The answer is far more complicated—and far more important—than where a pitcher’s arm is when the ball leaves his hand. In this special edition of Injury Territory, Edward Egros takes a deep analytical dive into one of the most misunderstood concepts in baseball. Fans, broadcasters, and even teams often talk about “arm slot” as if it’s a single measurement. In reality, it’s the product of an entire kinetic chain that includes body tilt, trunk angle, lower-body drive, release height, extension, shoulder position, and timing. Together, these elements shape pitch movement, deception, velocity, command, and ultimately, injury risk. Drawing on biomechanics, pitch tracking data, and concepts explored in Will Carroll’s The Science of Baseball, Edward shows why modern pitching analysis has moved beyond simple over-the-top, three-quarter, and sidearm labels. Using four major league pitchers as case studies, he demonstrates how different mechanical patterns can produce similar release points—or dramatically different results. How does arm slot affect fastball shape? Why do some pitchers generate elite movement without elite velocity? Which mechanical traits help disguise pitches, and which may increase stress on the elbow or shoulder? This episode connects baseball analytics, biomechanics, sports medicine, and player development into one of the most comprehensive explanations of pitching mechanics you’ll find anywhere. If you’re interested in MLB pitching mechanics, arm slot, baseball biomechanics, pitch design, release point, pitch movement, spin axis, extension, sports medicine, injury prevention, pitching analytics, and the science behind modern baseball, this special episode of Injury Territory is essential viewing. Get 20% off your first order of $125 or more at MackWeldon.com [https://mackweldon.com] with promo code FOUL MLB #Pitching #ArmSlot #BaseballAnalytics #Biomechanics #SportsMedicine #PitchDesign #PitchingMechanics #BaseballScience #InjuryTerritory   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Lindor Up, Tucker Down, and Trade Season Opens

Francisco Lindor is back for the Mets, Kyle Tucker’s back injury is creating new problems for an already thin Dodgers outfield, and the biggest names on the trade market might not be the ones everyone expects. This week on Injury Territory, Will Carroll and Edward Egros break down the return of Francisco Lindor and what his recovery means for the New York Mets as they navigate a critical stretch of the season. We examine the injury, the risks of recurrence, and how quickly Lindor can get back to being one of baseball’s most valuable players. We also look at the growing concern surrounding Kyle Tucker and a back issue that arrives at a particularly bad time for the Los Angeles Dodgers. With injuries already testing the club’s depth, how much pressure does Tucker’s absence place on the roster, and what should fans expect moving forward? Then we turn to the MLB trade deadline, where the focus has largely centered on Tarik Skubal and other headline names. But are the real pivot points of the trade market actually the Minnesota Twins and Miami Marlins? We explore how injuries, roster construction, and organizational decisions could shape the entire deadline landscape and influence contenders across both leagues. As always, Will and Edward bring the latest MLB injury analysis, sports medicine insight, rehabilitation updates, performance trends, and baseball analytics to help explain what’s really happening behind the headlines. If you’re looking for Francisco Lindor injury updates, Kyle Tucker injury news, Dodgers roster analysis, Mets playoff outlook, MLB trade deadline rumors, Tarik Skubal trade speculation, Twins and Marlins trade scenarios, baseball injuries, sports medicine, and advanced baseball analysis, Injury Territory delivers the context every serious baseball fan needs. MLB #FranciscoLindor #KyleTucker #Dodgers #Mets #TarikSkubal #MLBTradeDeadline #BaseballInjuries #SportsMedicine #BaseballAnalytics #InjuryTerritory To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL [https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL]. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.