Twins’ Pablo López to undergo Tommy John surgery, will miss the season
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Minnesota Twins starter Pablo López will undergo Tommy John surgery on his right elbow, causing him to miss the entire season.
- This will be López's second Tommy John surgery, with the first performed in 2014.
- The injury occurred during the third inning of a live batting practice session, with an MRI confirming a significant tear in his ulnar collateral ligament.
- Recovery is expected to take at least 12 months, but could be longer due to the nature of the second surgery.
- López remains focused on recovery and aims not only to return to pitching but to improve his performance post-surgery.
