TORONTO (AP) — Washington Nationals right-hander Michael Soroka left Monday’s start against the Blue Jays in the sixth inning because of cramping in his biceps muscle.
“I knew that was a feeling that shouldn’t be there, and I wanted to make sure that we were smart about it,” Soroka said. “As unfortunate as it is to have to leave the game and not get to compete through the sixth inning, I think it will allow me to get back out there again in five or six days.”
Manager Dave Martinez and the team trainer came to the mound after Soroka missed with a slider to Toronto’s Andrés Giménez.