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MLB Week 18: Rutschman Returns, Injuries Plague Stars

7/26/2025

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In MLB Week 18, excitement brews as Rutschman is set to make a healthy comeback this weekend. However, Paredes grapples with a serious hamstring injury that will keep him out for weeks. Witt's knee soreness leaves him uncertain day-to-day, while Santander's shoulder inflammation pushes his return beyond July 29. Mayer's wrist injury is under further scrutiny.

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In MLB Week 18, excitement brews as Rutschman is set to make a healthy comeback this weekend. However, Paredes grapples with a serious hamstring injury that will keep him out for weeks. Witt's knee soreness leaves him uncertain day-to-day, while Santander's shoulder inflammation pushes his return beyond July 29. Mayer's wrist injury is under further scrutiny.