"Steven Wilson's ongoing back problems will prevent the right-hander from being part of the Rays' Opening Day roster, manager Kevin Cash told reporters. According to the Rays' official injury update page, Wilson received an injection in his back, and it will be at least another week before he takes the mound."
"This isn't the first time Wilson has dealt with a bad back, as a pair of back strains cost him close to two and a half months of the 2024 season when Wilson was pitching with the White Sox. The second of those back strains wound up prematurely ending Wilson's season in mid-August."
"Wilson has generally posted solid results over his four MLB seasons (apart from a 5.71 ERA over 34 2/3 innings during his injury-riddled 2024 campaign), including a 3.42 ERA over 55 1/3 innings out of the Sox bullpen last year. The sweeper is Wilson's plus pitch and he induces a lot of soft contact."
Steven Wilson, recently acquired by the Rays in a trade with the White Sox, will not be available for Opening Day due to a back injury. The right-handed reliever received an injection and requires at least another week before returning to pitching. Wilson has not appeared in Spring Training, necessitating rehabilitation work upon recovery. An absence longer than the 15-day injured list minimum is possible. This recurring issue mirrors Wilson's 2024 season with the White Sox, when back strains cost him approximately two and a half months, including a premature end in mid-August. Despite solid career performance, Wilson's 2024 was hampered by injuries, posting a 5.71 ERA.
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