Dodgers Make Kyle Tucker Announcement After Leaving Twins Game

Now, Tucker's season has taken another unfortunate turn. During Monday's series opener against the Minnesota Twins, Tucker walked in his first plate appearance. He jogged over to first base and eventually moved to second on a single from infielder Tommy Edman.

However, moments after advancing, manager Dave Roberts removed Tucker from the game. Alex Call entered as a pinch-runner and took over in right field.

There was no obvious reason for his early exit, and Tucker did not speak with trainers before leaving the game. Moments later, the Dodgers provided an update on Tucker's condition.

"Kyle Tucker left the game with low back spasms," the team wrote on X.

Replays showed Tucker clutching at his lower back. Roberts will likely provide further updates on Tucker after the game on whether an injured list stint will be necessary. If not, Tucker will look to return to the lineup Tuesday for Game 2 at Target Field.