CLEVELAND (AP) – Yan Gomes’ sprained right knee will sideline Cleveland’s catcher for now. The Indians are bracing he could be out a lot longer than a few weeks.
Gomes was placed on the 15-day disabled list Sunday after injuring his knee on a play at the plate in Saturday’s loss to Detroit. Gomes was unable to put any weight on his leg when he was helped off the field and the Indians are waiting for further tests.
Manager Terry Francona said the team will likely provide an update on Gomes during the series finale with the Tigers. He also hinted the injury could be serious.
“Losing Gomes, man, that can be a season-killer,” he said.
Gomes got hurt when his leg was jolted violently by Detroit outfielder Rajai Davis, who made a hard slide on a force play. Gomes was extended like a first baseman making the catch when Davis knocked the legs out from under the catcher.