Dickerson’s recent limp bat appears to be the result of an oblique strain, necessitating a trip to the 10-day injured list. This is a huge loss to the lineup and depending on the severity of the strain — the team says it’s “mild” — could be a big blow to the rest of Dickerson’s year.
MLB.com has a section for oblique strains in its glossary of terms.
Typical recovery time
While some mild oblique strains can be resolved in just a few days, severe strains can require surgery with a recovery time of 3-4 months.