Arenado Out Again, Fernandez Steps In | Phoenix News

Nolan Arenado’s thumb injury forces him out of Thursday’s game against the Giants, with rookie Jose Fernandez stepping in at third base — a move that could impact the Diamondbacks’ playoff push. While Arenado’s recent torrid pace (21 homers, tied for team lead) makes his absence sting, Fernandez, who’s been hitting well and improving defensively, is ready to fill the void. The real question: will Arenado need an IL stint? Stay tuned. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/16067af72b2fda19