Didi Gregorius is having a nightmare season with the Philadelphia Phillies. The veteran shortstop attributed part of it to certain after-effects from his COVID-19 vaccine.
Gregorius spoke out candidly to Matt Breen of the Philadelphia Inquirer about his ongoing struggles, and how his COVID-19 vaccine has played a role in them.
“Some people say it’s from the vaccine. I will say it’s likely from that, too,” Gregorius said. “But when you say that, everyone looks at you like you’re stupid because the vaccine is not supposed to be like that or give you that reaction.”
The Phillies infielder claims that he developed a certain condition called pseudogout in his right elbow, causing it to swell and therefore hinder his day to day. In a sport that deals with the slimmest of margins and split-second decisions, a minor inconvenience could make a huge effect in success at the plate.
Gregorius said his doctor, not a member of the Phillies, told him the vaccine may have caused it.
“He didn’t give me like 100%,” Gregorius said. “Of course, this is the joint that I use the most and I get it on my elbow.”
Gregorius is batting just .217 on average which is by far the worst of his career in 10 MLB seasons. He's also taken a massive dives in multiple statistical categories, now virtually sapped of his power at the plate that made him a plus bat from the shortstop position.
The Phillies are still in contention for the 2nd wild card spot in the National League. Fans can only hope Didi Gregorius regains some of his form as the season comes to a close.
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