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So Chicago Cubs fans were going insane Tuesday afternoon, as Justin Wilson came in to close out the Los Angeles Dodgers in game one of their double-header. It didn’t work out, as the Dodgers scored twice with a two-run, two-out double and every one was asking where the hell closer Brandon Morrow was.
Fans were ready to burn Joe Maddon at the stake, but after the 4-3 loss we found out that Morrow wasn’t available because he had a tight back. Not only was he not around for game one, but he won’t be available for tonight’s game either.
Bad back for Brandon Morrow, per Maddon. Came up yesterday. Not avail tonight either.
— Jesse Rogers (@ESPNChiCubs) June 19, 2018
Morrow spoke to reporters and said the back issue popped up after the Cubs returned to Chicago early Monday morning, following their series against the St. Louis Cardinals.
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Morrow said his back tightened early Monday after returning from STL. Range of motion has improved but still feels minor tugging
— Mark Gonzales (@MDGonzales) June 19, 2018
Morrow told beat writers he’s had spasms in past, so he knew what was wrong when he felt discomfort after undressing after recent trip
— Mark Gonzales (@MDGonzales) June 19, 2018
But how exactly did Morrow get the back spasms? Taking off his pants.
Morrow said back spasmed Monday morning as he was "taking my pants off." Really. Specifically happened as he went to take off left leg of pants.
— Gordon Wittenmyer (@GDubCub) June 19, 2018
C’mon!
Well, you can add that to the weird injuries in Cubs history next to Sammy Sosa sneezing and getting back spasms, or Kerry Wood slipping in a hot tub and there was also Carlos Zambrano and his elbow issues/cramps because of too much time spent on his computer.
I guess it’s better to err on the side of caution with Morrow, who although has been amazing with the Cubs, does have an extensive history of health issues. So, hopefully this back tightness doesn’t become serious, as the Cubs are already dealing with a few pitchers on the DL.
It just really sucks that Morrow wasn’t available and the Cubs couldn’t get that win in game one against the Dodgers.
Someone please help Brandon Morrow put on and take off his pants. Thank you.
