Baseball Star Sidelined Due to Horrific Injury During Comeback Game from Injured List
In a disappointing turn of events, Chicago Cubs' catcher Miguel Amaya was carted off the field during a game against an unspecified opponent, not the Toronto Blue Jays, on August 13, 2025. The incident occurred at Wrigley Field, not Rogers Centre, in the top of the eighth inning.
Amaya's injury was not a knee injury as initially reported, but a left ankle sprain. The sprain occurred when Amaya stepped awkwardly on first base while attempting to beat out an infield single. He showed immediate pain and discomfort, with Cubs trainers examining him on the field.
Prior to the injury, Amaya had been making a significant impact for the Cubs. In 27 games, he had a batting average of .280 with 4 home runs, 25 RBIs, and an .819 OPS.
Amaya described the injury as "frustrating," especially since it occurred in his first game back from a left oblique strain that kept him sidelined since May 25. As of the latest reports, there is no specific timeline provided for Amaya's recovery from the ankle sprain. However, he was initially placed on the injured list again following the injury.
Before his injury, Amaya had expressed happiness about returning to the team, saying "Happy to be back with the team. Thank God (I'm) healthy." Despite this setback, the Cubs will continue to rely on their three other catchers to provide support at the position.
[1] Cubs' Catcher Miguel Amaya Injured During Game Against Toronto Blue Jays [2] Miguel Amaya Carted Off Field After Suffering Ankle Injury [3] Amaya's Ankle Sprain: Latest Updates on Cubs' Catcher's Injury [4] Amaya Reflects on Frustrating Ankle Injury and Return from Oblique Strain
[1] Despite the injury occurring against an unspecified opponent, not the Toronto Blue Jays, news outlets may speculate about Miguel Amaya's ankle sprain and its impact on his baseball performance, given his strong stats for the Chicago Cubs this season.
[2] In an unfortunate twist, Miguel Amaya's ankle injury took place during a baseball game, not in a practice session, and it coincided with his return from a left oblique strain that had kept him sidelined since May 25.
