"Mookie Betts exited today's 10-5 Dodgers win over the Nationals in the middle of the first inning due to what the team announced as pain in the shortstop's right lower back area."
"Postgame, manager Dave Roberts told reporters that Betts would undergo an MRI to determine the extent of the injury, and he will miss at least the next couple of games."
"Roberts described Betts' issue as 'more moderate than significant,' indicating a possible return after a few days off."
"Betts posted a career-low 104 wRC+ while hitting .258/.326/.406 with 20 homers over 663 plate appearances, though he made up for this with spectacular defensive play."
Mookie Betts left the game against the Nationals due to pain in his right lower back after aggravating it while running the bases. He will undergo an MRI to assess the injury's severity. Betts is expected to miss at least the next few games, with the possibility of an injured list placement for caution. Manager Dave Roberts described the injury as moderate, suggesting a potential quick return. Betts had a challenging season offensively but excelled defensively as the Dodgers' shortstop.
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