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Reds' Jake Fraley has a partially torn labrum that he will attempt to play through this season

Reds' Jake Fraley has a partially torn labrum that he will attempt to play through this season

Washington Post2 days ago
CINCINNATI — Cincinnati Reds right fielder Jake Fraley was activated from the 10-day injured list on Saturday.
He had injured his right shoulder while trying to make a diving catch June 23 against the New York Yankees.
An MRI revealed a partially torn labrum that will eventually require surgery. Fraley received a cortisone shot and will try to play through it for the rest of the season.
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Donald Trump's eventful day at the Club World Cup final: Being booed, celebrating with Chelsea and a winner's medal

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