Luis Severino Decides To Have Tommy John Surgery
Luis Severino’s season is over before it even gets underway.
Why?
Severino has been diagnosed with a partially torn ulnar collateral ligament, an injury that will require Tommy John surgery, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman announced on Tuesday. Dr. David Altchek will perform the procedure Thursday at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. “according to an article written by Brian Hoch mlb.com/yankees
General manager Brian Cashman had this to say about Luis Severino electing to have Tommy John Surgery.”according to an article written by Brian Hoch on mlb.com/yankees
Severino was examined by both Ahmad at New York-Presbyterian Hospital and Altchek at the Hospital for Special Surgery. Cashman said that a dye contrast MRI taken on Tuesday revealed the partial UCL tear. Severino also underwent nerve conductor tests and a CT scan, both of which were negative.”according to an article written by Brian Hoch on mlb.com/yankees
Luis Severino had this to say about him deciding to have the surgery on his Instagram page.
“After much consideration, as well as consultation with the Yankees organization, my family, and my representatives, I have elected to adhere to the advice of the medical professionals and undergo surgery to repair my injured elbow,” the statement read. “I am extremely disappointed that I will not be able to put on a Yankees uniform and compete with my teammates this year, but I promise that I will be working tirelessly during this process to come back stronger than ever to make the greatest fans in baseball proud. “Thank you to everyone that has reached out during this tough time. My family and I deeply appreciate the kind words and well wishes we have received. Through the long road ahead your continued support means the world to me. I will be back on the mound soon to help bring a championship back to the Bronx!” according to https://www.nj.com/yankees/2020/02/yankees-luis-severino-sends-message-to-fans-after-making-tommy-john-surgery-decision.html
With Luis Severino deciding to undergo Tommy John Surgery who will take his spot in the starting rotation in 2020?
Lefty Jordan Montgomery, who came back in September from Tommy John surgery, has been throwing at up to 94 mph and is the leading candidate for one slot. Jonathan Loaisiga and rookies Deivi Garcia and Michael King are also possibilities along with Luis Cessa. “according to an article by ESPN News Services.