Alek Thomas
CF ARI
Mon 5/13/24 6:37 PM

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Monday that Thomas received a platelet-rich plasma injection for his left hamstring, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Thomas was expected to return from the 10-day injured list week after making three minor-league rehab appearances, but he suffered a setback in his recovery from the strained left hamstring and was sent in for an MRI. After receiving multiple medical opinions on the MRI, Thomas was recommended for the PRP injection to address the swelling in the lower part of his hamstring. He'll likely rest for the next several days while he waits for the shot to take full effect before he resumes baseball activities.

Alek Thomas
CF ARI
Sat 5/11/24 8:35 AM

Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said Thomas (hamstring) will seek a second and third opinion on his MRI results, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Thomas underwent an MRI earlier this week after feeling discomfort during a rehab game Sunday. The next steps for the outfielder should be determined after additional doctors weigh in.

Alek Thomas
CF ARI
Tue 5/7/24 4:32 PM

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Tuesday that Thomas is headed back to Phoenix to be reevaluated after feeling renewed discomfort in his left hamstring while on a rehab assignment, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Thomas had appeared poised to be activated from the 10-day injured list soon, but now his status is cloudy again following a setback. He first injured the hamstring back on March 31 and had played four rehab games with Triple-A Reno. More clarity on Thomas' situation should be available later this week.

Alek Thomas
CF ARI
Mon 5/6/24 8:03 AM

Thomas (hamstring) served as the designated hitter and went 1-for-4 with a double, two RBI and a run scored for Triple-A Reno on Sunday.
EDGE Analysis
Thomas, who played in the field Saturday and DH on Friday, has appeared in the three consecutive games. He hit safely in all three and drove in five runs. If there are no setbacks, he's expected to meet up with the Diamondbacks in Cincinnati for a three-game series beginning Tuesday, according to Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports. The Reds have right-hander Frankie Montas scheduled to throw Tuesday, so the lefty-hitting Thomas could be in the lineup for the series opener.

Alek Thomas
CF ARI
Sat 5/4/24 8:29 AM

Thomas (hamstring) served as the designated hitter and went 1-for-4 with two RBI for Triple-A Reno on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Thomas began a rehab assignment Friday, signaling a pending return to the majors. Per Alex Weiner of Arizon Sports.com, Thomas will play the field Saturday for Reno and then serve as a DH again Sunday. The Diamondbacks are hopeful to bring Thomas back from the 10-day injured list ahead of Tuesday's series opener in Cincinnati.

Alek Thomas
CF ARI
Fri 5/3/24 6:39 PM

Thomas (hamstring) will start as the designated hitter for Triple-A Reno on Friday, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Thomas has been progressing through a left hamstring strain he sustained against the Rockies on March 31. Friday's stint with Triple-A Reno will be Thomas' first rehab assignment, and he will play in center field over the weekend. Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo hinted Friday that Thomas could return from the 10-day IL as soon as Tuesday, per Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic.

Alek Thomas
CF ARI
Wed 4/24/24 9:13 PM

Thomas (hamstring) has taken batting practice is now advancing to running the bases, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Thomas was set commence the baserunning portion of his recovery Wednesday. Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said he's not yet at full speed but is progressing well in his recovery. The Diamondbacks do not yet have a target date for the outfielder to begin a rehab assignment.

Alek Thomas
CF ARI
Fri 4/12/24 5:47 PM

Thomas (hamstring) told reporters Friday that he has started facing live pitching and expects to start running bases next week, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Thomas landed on the team's 10-day IL on April 1 after sustaining a left hamstring strain. He hasn't done any fielding yet, but he has faced live pitches and is making progress in his rehab. Last season with the Diamondbacks, Thomas slashed .230/.273/.374with nine home runs and 39 RBI over 402 plate appearances.

Alek Thomas
CF ARI
Mon 4/1/24 5:28 PM

Thomas was placed on the 10-day injured list by the Diamondbacks on Monday with a strained left hamstring, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Thomas suffered the injury during Sunday's game and subsequent testing revealed either a Grade 1 or Grade 2 strain, the outfielder told Jesse Friedman of GoPHNX.com. It would suggest a longer than a minimum stay on the IL is probably likely, although there's no definitive timetable.Jake McCarthy should see the biggest boost in playing time for the Diamondbacks while Thomas is sidelined.

Alek Thomas
CF ARI
Mon 4/1/24 4:43 PM

Thomas (hamstring) is absent from the lineup for Monday's contest against the Yankees.
EDGE Analysis
Thomas was lifted after three innings of Sunday's 5-1 win over the Rockies due to left hamstring tightness. The Diamondbacks haven't yet indicated that Thomas might require a stint on the injured list, but the team could offer an update on his status later Monday. Jake McCarthy will pick up his first start of the season Monday in right field while Thomas is on the bench.