Diamondbacks' Kevin Ginkel Expected on Injured List

Arizona Diamondbacks reliever Kevin Ginkel is set to begin the season on the 15-day injured list due to right shoulder inflammation, as confirmed by manager Torey Lovullo. Ginkel had a strong spring training, posting an impressive 8:1 strikeout-to-walk ratio, but the late-in-camp injury has raised concerns about the team's bullpen depth. His absence paves the way for Justin Martinez and A.J. Puk to take on closing duties early in the season, with hopes that Ginkel's stay on the injured list will be brief. The Diamondbacks may look to the waiver wire or consider recently optioned relievers to fill the vacancy left by Ginkel. This situation is compounded by the recent news of Jordan Montgomery's Tommy John surgery, further challenging the team's pitching depth. Overall, the Diamondbacks are now tasked with managing their bullpen effectively in the wake of these injuries.