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The second-half playoff race is heating up, and the health of some of baseball’s biggest stars could decide who plays in October. This week on Injury Territory, Will Carroll breaks down the latest MLB injury news, including expected return timelines for Max Fried and Carlos Rodon as the New York Yankees try to keep their rotation intact down the stretch. We also examine what’s next for Ronald Acuna Jr. and the Atlanta Braves, looking at the injury, recovery timeline, and how Atlanta’s postseason hopes may hinge on one of the game’s most dynamic players. Will also takes a closer look at two fascinating prospects making headlines for very different reasons. One is climbing rapidly through the professional ranks, while the other has already seen his development delayed for at least a full year following an injury shortly after being drafted. What do these setbacks mean for player development, and how should organizations manage elite young talent after significant injuries? The featured segment belongs to Edward Egros, who explores one of the most overlooked concepts in baseball analytics and sports medicine: when an injury happens can be just as important as what gets injured. Using league-wide data, Edward examines how the timing of injuries affects player performance, roster construction, playoff odds, recovery outcomes, and front-office decision-making. It’s a fascinating look at why not all injured list stints are created equal and why context matters as much as diagnosis. If you’re looking for MLB injury updates, Yankees injury news, Max Fried, Carlos Rodon, Ronald Acuna Jr., baseball analytics, sports medicine, prospect development, rehab timelines, and expert MLB injury analysis, Injury Territory delivers the insight behind the headlines every week. #MLB #Yankees #MaxFried #CarlosRodon #RonaldAcunaJr #AtlantaBraves #BaseballInjuries #SportsMedicine #BaseballAnalytics #Prospects #InjuryTerritory Use code foul50off to get 50% off and free daily greens per box, with new subscription only, while supplies last at Factormeals.com/foul50off See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.