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The Elbow Injury Behind Corbin Carroll's Early Exit: What Causes a Hyperextended Elbow and How Serious Is It?

Corbin Carroll (Credit: Norm Hall | Getty Images)

The Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder, Corbin Carroll, left Sunday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals after suffering a hyperextended elbow, forcing the National League All-Star to exit early for further evaluation. While the injury caused initial concern, the Diamondbacks later described Carroll's injury as day-to-day, offering optimism that he may avoid a lengthy absence. His injury has also drawn attention to elbow hyperextension, which is a common sports injury that can range from a mild sprain to significant ligament damage depending on the force of the injury.

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