Jordan Westburg Leaves Game with Ankle Injury

Baltimore, August 20, 2025

News Summary

Baltimore’s Jordan Westburg exited Monday’s game against the Boston Red Sox due to a sore right ankle after reaching second base. Although initial assessments suggested the injury might not be serious, further evaluations are scheduled after the team’s off day. Westburg’s performance had notably improved recently, tying for the team lead in home runs. The Orioles are facing multiple injuries, and adjustments may be necessary for their upcoming lineup depending on Westburg’s status.

Baltimore — Orioles third baseman Jordan Westburg exited Monday’s game against the Boston Red Sox in the top of the first inning with a sore right ankle, leaving the field after reaching second base and being replaced for a pinch runner. Team officials indicated the injury did not initially appear to be serious, with a fuller evaluation planned after the team’s upcoming off day.

What happened and immediate impact

Westburg reached base on a fielder’s choice and advanced to second base before signaling discomfort and being removed from the game. Infielder Luis Vázquez took over at third base following the substitution. Westburg was later seen limping in the Orioles’ clubhouse and wearing a walking boot.

Context from the previous game

The injury came one day after Westburg posted the best offensive performance of his career on Sunday, August 17, 2025, against the Houston Astros. He collected four hits and drove in five runs, including a three-run home run in the fifth inning, helping Baltimore to a 12-0 victory. The four-hit game matched his career high and the five RBIs were a career best.

Player status and season context

At the time of Monday’s injury, Westburg was batting .276 with a .799 on-base-plus-slugging percentage and had hit 15 home runs, tying him for the team lead in homers. He has dealt with injury before this season, having missed all of May 2025 due to a hamstring strain that placed him on the injured list.

Team injury situation

Baltimore’s roster has been affected by multiple injuries this season. On the same day Westburg left the game, right-hander Zach Eflin underwent a season-ending lumbar microdiscectomy. Catcher Adley Rutschman was scratched from Tuesday’s lineup with side soreness; he previously missed five weeks earlier in the season with a strained left oblique. Rookie infielder Samuel Basallo was available on the bench against Boston after producing four RBIs in his first two Major League games.

Team response and next steps

The Orioles’ interim manager conducted an on-field assessment and reported that the immediate outlook did not suggest a serious injury, while also noting that a more detailed evaluation would follow the team’s off day. The club plans further imaging and medical checks as needed to determine the extent of the ankle issue and whether any roster moves will be required.

Implications for lineup and roster

If Westburg requires time on the injured list, the Orioles would need to adjust their infield rotations and lineup construction, where Vázquez and other utility players could see increased playing time. Longer-term absence for Westburg would remove one of the team’s leading home run producers and a regular contributor to the batting order.

What to watch

• Official medical updates from the team following the off day and any imaging results.
• Lineup announcements for the next series to see how the club adjusts infield assignments and run production duties.
• Return-to-play timeline if Westburg is placed on the injured list, and any corresponding roster moves the Orioles make.

Background on Westburg

Westburg, who has emerged as a key offensive player for Baltimore this season, produced career-high numbers in power and run production to date. His recent performance has made him an important part of the Orioles’ lineup, increasing the impact of any absence.

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• The Baltimore Banner: Westburg Injury
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• Baltimore Sun: Westburg Injury Update
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• Camden Chat: Orioles Win Against Red Sox
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Jordan Westburg
• Baltimore Baseball: Lineup Changes
• Google Scholar: Injury in Baseball
• ESPN: Game Recap
• Google News: Orioles Injury Updates

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