Lars Nootbaar
LF,CF,RF - St. Louis Cardinals - IL10
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Cardinals manager Oli Marmol said Lars Nootbaar took soft-toss swings on Sunday and Monday without ill effects from the rib fractures on his left side.
Fantasy Impact
Nootbaar is still slated to open the season on the injured list. It doesn't appear like he will miss too much time.
Cardinals manager Oli Marmol said Lars Nootbaar will begin taking swings Saturday.
Fantasy Impact
Nootbaar is expected to miss the start of the season, but it appears he may not miss too much time. He remains without a timetable to return.
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar is set to begin the season on the injured list.
Fantasy Impact
The news is hardly a surprise as Nootbaar is dealing with fractured ribs that will take time to heal. The 26-year-old hit .261 with 14 home runs and 11 stolen bases in 117 games last season.
Cardinals OF Lars Nootbaar was diagnosed with two fractures in his left ribcage.
Fantasy Impact
Nootbar will be monitored over the next two weeks and could begin swinging a bat depending on his pain tolerance. The team will likely not rule him out of their Opening Day lineup until they are able to get an updated status on his rib injury in a few weeks.
Lars Nootbaar is scheduled to undergo tests on Friday to try and find the source of his lingering soreness.
Fantasy Impact
Nootbaar injured his ribs when he fell after a twisting try to catch a fly ball on Saturday. He has been out since then. The Cardinals should provide an update when the results come back.