Braves pitcher Mike Hampton will have major elbow surgery next Wednesday and will miss the entire 2006 season. Hampton endured an injury-plagued season that included four stints on the DL.
April 2005 - Baseball Wiretap
Hampton To Have Tommy John Surgery On Wednesday
Casey Examined By Spine Specialist
Sean Casey was examined Monday by a spine specialist and cleared to participate in light physical conditioning, but there's no timetable for his return to the lineup.
Wade Miller Is Leaning Towards Having Shoulder Surgery
Right-hander Wade Miller is leaning toward having surgery to repair the labrum in his shoulder, The Boston Globe reported.
Sheffield Will Be Forced To Spend Rest Of The Season As DH
Gary Sheffield told the New York Post that he won't be playing in right field again this season because of a strained left thigh.
Giambi And Wright Exit With Injuries
New York Yankees right-hander Jaret Wright left his start after being hit with a broken bat and Jason Giami left the game with back spasms.
Crosby Could Return To Action Tuesday Or Wednesday
Bobby Crosby took some grounders in Fenway Park Saturday, taking another step toward returning to the A's lineup. Crosby later took part in agility drills.
Mussina Feels Good After Simulated Game
Mike Mussina could rejoin the rotation next Thursday in right-hander Shawn Chacon's spot. He has been on the shelf with a bad right elbow.
Harden Could Be Done For 2005
Rich Harden hasn't pitched since Aug. 19 and isn't sure if he'll be on the mound again this season.
Hunter Puts Home For Sale, Expecting To Be Traded
Torii Hunter told the Minneapolis Star-Tribune that he's heard from people he trusts that he could be traded this offseason.
Raffy Will Rejoin Club For Final Homestand
Rafael Palmeiro is expected to rejoin the Orioles for their final homestand, although he will see limited action after being sidelined at home with knee and ankle injuries.
Looper's Uncertain Shoulder Could Move Mets Towards Wagner
Billy Wagner will be the offseason's biggest free agent closer and the Mets would like to slide Braden Looper to the set up role and grab the Phillies' closer.
Clemens To Retire?
Roger Clemens former battery mate, Jorge Posada, believes that the future Hall of Famer is ready to retire from the game that he has dominated for so long. He has a 1.77 ERA this season.
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