Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Joe Kelly is the early leader for 2019's weirdest MLB injury.
Kelly, who joined the Dodgers on a three-year contract worth $25 million in December, was cooking Cajun food. While most would guess his signature glasses fogging up would be the biggest inconvenience stemming from his cooking, the reality is more unfortunate.
Kelly is dealing with back tightness due to standing too long, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times on Friday. Shaikin also noted Kelly was expected to throw a Friday bullpen session and return to game action "soon.