Sat 9/1/12 2:32 PM

Jeff Niemann was removed from Saturday's game against the Blue Jays with an apparent back injury. He lasted just four innings and threw 45 pitches (29 for strikes) before departing. The severity of the injury isn't yet known, but Niemann was shown arching his back and was immediately attended to by the training staff. We'll know more on his status when the Rays update his status later Saturday.