Kyle Tucker Optimistic Despite Leaving Game Early Against Twins With Back Spasms

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Kyle Tucker Optimistic Despite Leaving Game Early Against Twins With Back Spasms

Tucker left the Dodgers' 2-1 win in the second inning with lower back spasms. The 4-time All-Star said that rotational movements like swinging and throwing were where he felt discomfort. "It wasn’t to the extent that I had before; hopefully that’s good. Just got to see how it goes tomorrow.” Tucker's expected to return against the Padres later this week.

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