Randal Grichuk, who signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks a few days ago, will not play right away in Cactus League games as he is currently recovering from an injury.
While he is reportedly not expected to miss any regular season games because of it, Grichuk had bone spurs removed from his right ankle in January, per MLB insider Steve Gilbert.
Should Grichuk require additional time to recuperate, it is anticipated to only be a brief absence from regular season play. The Diamondbacks secured Grichuk on a remarkably economical 1-year, $2 million contract.
Perhaps his current injury is what allowed the D-backs to acquire Grichuk at such a steal of a price.