Detroit Tigers No. 1 overall draft selection from 2021 Spencer Torkelson suffered a sprained ankle on Wednesday during an Arizona Fall League game while playing for the Salt River Rafters, and the team has made the decision to shut him down.
According to a recently released report, the Tigers are removing Torkelson from Fall League play; however, he’ll be ready for the Spring. Meanwhile, fellow prospect Riley Greene has completed concussion protocol, while Ryan Kreidler, the organization’s No. 10 overall prospect, is currently being evaluated for a calf strain and has also been removed from Fall League play.
Tigers news:
Riley Greene has completed concussion protocol. He is doing offseason training.
Spencer Torkelson won't return to the AFL after his right ankle sprain. Will be ready for spring.
Ryan Kreidler also done for the AFL w/ a left calf strain. Should be ready for spring
— Cody Stavenhagen (@CodyStavenhagen) October 22, 2021
