Fantasy Baseball Risers, Fallers: June 5, 2017

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By Phil Backert, PressBox

Fantasy owners continue to deal with injuries, as Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander had to leave his June 4 start in the third inning due to groin discomfort. An MRI came back negative, so there's a chance the right-hander won't have to miss any starts.

The other significant injury from the past week occurred to Seattle Mariners shortstop Jean Segura. The infielder landed on the disabled list with a sprained right ankle, and early reports indicate Segura could miss at least a month, but more than likely closer to two. This is the second time the shortstop has been sidelined this season, which is a shame, as he is once again having a productive yeah with a .341 batting average, 29 runs scored and seven stolen bases.

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