It is only the second week of Spring Training, but the Minnesota Twins were already dealt a possibly crippling blow to their chances of returning to the postseason in 2010. According to USA Today, All-Star closer Joe Nathan was sidelined with a tear in his ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow.
As a result, the Twins and Nathan decided to shut it down before a re-evaluation will decide what is the best course of action for one of the game's best closers. Nathan said a decision regarding season-ending surgery will come within two weeks.
A tear in the ulnar collateral ligament has resulted in the dreaded Tommy John surgery for the majority of pitchers who suffer the injury. Not only is the possible loss of their closer a tough blow for the Twins' chances in 201 ...
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Joe Nathan Injury: Will Minnesota Twins Closer Be Lost for Year?
Posted: 9th March 2010 by Jon Star in MLBComments Off on Joe Nathan Injury: Will Minnesota Twins Closer Be Lost for Year?