Sun 3/22/15 11:58 AM

Izturis (groin) has been shut down for the next 10 days and will be unable to play on Opening Day, John Lott of the National Post reports. Izturis was in line to be the starting second baseman, but this injury throws a curveball into the whole situation. Devon Travis is a star prospect in the organization and could be thrust into the starting spot right away, or the team could opt to go with some combination of Ryan Goins and Steve Tolleson. Izturis' injury puts his role on the team in jeopardy as well. If the team does choose to go with Travis, Izturis would likely be demoted to the extra infielder spot, a role at 34 he may be more suited to regardless. Izturis' fantasy value should be severely limited due to a lack of consistent at bats.