Soriano's Rapture

YES, my elbow hurts

I talked about my concerns at the possibility of signing Rafael Soriano this past off-season and unfortunately I might have hit the nail, or elbow, on the head.

The Yankees reported earlier today that Soriano was shut down while playing catch on flat ground Monday, and was sent for another MRI w/contrast (per YES' Kim Jones) today. After viewing it, the Yankees are sending Soriano to Dr. Doom, James Andrews. This does not bode well for the near or distant future. The Yankees did not reveal the results of the MRI, but speculation is that the inflammation is enough to go to the top guy for an opinion.

You may or may not remember that Soriano can opt out of his three year deal after both the first and second years. It's hard to imagine he would give up his contract if he's seriously injured, meaning worst case scenario the Yankees could be stuck paying someone who can't take the hill for an extended period of time (Carl Pavano anyone?).

Feliciano To Try To Avoid Surgery

After consulting with the "go to guy", Dr. James Andrews, Yankees left-hander Pedro Feliciano will put off surgery for at least a month and a half.

After examining the reliever's shoulder, Andrews recommended a six week shoulder strengthening program. At the point Feliciano will be re-examined to determine if surgery is necessary.

Joba Headed to Dr. Andrews

The final nail in the coffin.

Joba Headed to Dr. Andrews

The final nail in the coffin.

Breaking News: Smoltz Career May Be Over

The Atlanta Braves have placed John Smoltz on the 15-day disabled list, but Smoltz's season, and possibly his career, may be over. Smoltz pitched out of the pen Monday night, but woke up Tuesday with increased pain in shoulder. He's headed to see surgeon Dr. James Andrews and may opt for season ending surgery.

"I can't compete against my body anymore," Smoltz said on Wednesday during a news conference at Turner Field, where he was accompanied by executive vice president Frank Wren and manager Bobby Cox.

"Yesterday, when he came to the ballpark, it was evident to all of us that it couldn't continue this way," Wren said.

"I said I would retire if the desire was gone," Smoltz said on Wednesday. "I'm not there yet. I'm not there emotionally. Physically, [that's] still to be determined."S

Smoltz has 210 career wins and 154 saves.

Breaking News: Smoltz Career May Be Over

The Atlanta Braves have placed John Smoltz on the 15-day disabled list, but Smoltz's season, and possibly his career, may be over. Smoltz pitched out of the pen Monday night, but woke up Tuesday with increased pain in shoulder. He's headed to see surgeon Dr. James Andrews and may opt for season ending surgery.

"I can't compete against my body anymore," Smoltz said on Wednesday during a news conference at Turner Field, where he was accompanied by executive vice president Frank Wren and manager Bobby Cox.

"Yesterday, when he came to the ballpark, it was evident to all of us that it couldn't continue this way," Wren said.

"I said I would retire if the desire was gone," Smoltz said on Wednesday. "I'm not there yet. I'm not there emotionally. Physically, [that's] still to be determined."S

Smoltz has 210 career wins and 154 saves.

Breaking News: Posada Has No Structural Damage

Buster Olney has reported on ESPN News that an examination of Jorge Posada's shoulder by Dr. James Andrews showed no major damage. If true, that's fantastic news. Rehab and rest would be the way to go.

Breaking News: Posada Has No Structural Damage

Buster Olney has reported on ESPN News that an examination of Jorge Posada's shoulder by Dr. James Andrews showed no major damage. If true, that's fantastic news. Rehab and rest would be the way to go.

Top Pick to Have TJ Surgery

The Yankees number one pick in this year's amateur draft, Andrew Brackman, will undergo Tommy John surgery. It was thought that surgery would be needed eventually, but it has now been decided that the time is right. Dr. James Andrews will be performing the surgery.

Brackman recently signed a four-year deal worth $4.5 million that includes a $3.3 million signing bonus and could escalate to $13.8 million if incentives are met.


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Top Pick to Have TJ Surgery

The Yankees number one pick in this year's amateur draft, Andrew Brackman, will undergo Tommy John surgery. It was thought that surgery would be needed eventually, but it has now been decided that the time is right. Dr. James Andrews will be performing the surgery.

Brackman recently signed a four-year deal worth $4.5 million that includes a $3.3 million signing bonus and could escalate to $13.8 million if incentives are met.


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Photo courtesy of minorleaguebaseball.com