One of the things I noticed when compiling this week's list of injured players is the number of injuries related to the oblique muscle. Also known as "side pain/discomfort," this muscle is located on both sides of our bodies, basically between the hip and the armpit. They are also close to the lower abdomen as well as chest wall near the ribs.An oblique strain can affect many movements, such as bending, twisting, and picking up items. Knowing this, it is hard to imagine a player swinging a bat, ...