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Sixto Sánchez sidelined with shoulder inflammation

Miami Marlins pitcher Sixto Sánchez underwent an MRI today that revealed mild inflammation in the right shoulder, according to Craig Mish of the Miami Herald.

Sixto Sánchez will be sidelined to start the season. (Photo by Jeff Robinson/Icon Sportswire)

It has been a tough few weeks for the former Phillies top prospect. A false positive COVID-19 test delayed Sánchez’s build-up in camp. He was pulled during a simulated game on Wednesday after two innings with shoulder discomfort. The injury should sideline him for a number of weeks.

Sánchez debuted for the Marlins last season and was immediately put on a superstar trajectory.