The knot of soreness embedded in his left hamstring has not relented for Kolten Wong, putting him in the uncomfortable bind of choosing what game and when it’s worth the risk of further injury to get his ability back in the Cardinals’ lineup.
“It’s one of those where do I push it now and take a chance of it blowing out, and then being out for the series that matters?” Wong said Saturday. “Or do I wait and be ready for the playoffs. It’s a position no one wants to be in, especially myself. I want to be fighting with the team.