Tommy John Recommended for Ohtani

[catman]

According to MLB.com, a recent MRI showed more damage to his UCL.  Team Drs have recommended surgery for him.  If he has the surgery, he will likely not return to the field until 2020.

 

[catman]

Here is a story:  https://www.mlb.com/news/ohtani-recommended-to-have-tommy-john-surgery/c-293472352

 

[Pugz]

hype meet wall, wall meet hype.

 

[brett05]

This was spoken of IIRC before he was even offered up by Japan.  Hoping he makes a strong recovery.  He's a great story.

 

[catman]

You're absolutely right, Brett.  He is a great story.  He might make it to the field as a hitter next year, but his pitching will have to wait.

 

[catman]

Ohtani will have the procedure next week:
http://www.realclearlife.com/sports/angels-shohei-ohtani-finally-makes-tommy-john-surgery-decision/

 

[Giantmetfan07]

That sucks

 

[catman]

He won't pitch again until 2020, but he should be able to DH next year.