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Health Notes: McCullers, Miller, Ohtani, Meyer

By Jeff Todd | November 6, 2018 at 9:07am CDT

Health considerations can certainly have a major impact on the development of the player market. Here are the latest notes on several hurlers whose medical reports bear watching:

  • Astros GM Jeff Luhnow acknowledged yesterday that the team is awaiting word on the status of righty Lance McCullers Jr., Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle writes. McCullers has dealt with forearm problems that have created plenty of uncertainty entering the offseason. Luhnow acknowledged that a surgical outcome is on the table. When asked whether he anticipates McCullers being with the club in 2019, the GM responded: “If he has surgery, no. If he doesn’t, yes. Any time you’re talking about an elbow injury, [surgery] is one path to resolving it.” That isn’t the most optimistic stance, even if it is still possible that McCullers will avoid surgery, as it clearly suggests he’s dealing with a significant injury. Needless to say, losing the 25-year-old would create a major opening in a rotation that is already bidding adieu to several notable pieces.
  • The news on veteran southpaw Andrew Miller is generally more promising. Agent Mark Rodgers tells Joel Sherman of the New York Post that Miller has been given a clean bill of health after a 2018 campaign that was marred by ongoing knee issues. If that is indeed the case, then Miller could be an immense value in free agency. Of course, he’s also closing in on 34 years of age and has endured plenty of wear and tear, so interested clubs will surely take a close look for themselves at the medicals. MLBTR has taken a rather bullish stance on Miller’s earning potential, predicting he’ll be capable of securing a three-year deal with a $9MM AAV.
  • The Angels provided updates on two notable righties today, as Maria Torres reports on Twitter. Shohei Ohtani is said to be on track in his Tommy John rehab, though certainly it’s only at an early stage. He’s expected not to pitch at all in 2019, regardless, but his rehab progress will dictate whether and when he’s able to function as a DH. Meanwhile, Alex Meyer has suffered a setback in his efforts to make it back from shoulder surgery. For now, he’ll rest for four to six weeks before attempting to resume throwing. It has been more than a year since Meyer went under the knife to repair a torn labrum, so there’s cause to hope that the towering righty will be able to get up to speed and contribute in 2019. Of course, recovery from surgical intervention in that joint is often not a straightforward proposition. The Halos will surely not make any assumptions about his availability for the coming season in making offseason decisions.
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  1. Bald Vinny

    7 years ago

    Come back to the team that made you a star, Miller. Boston wants you back.

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    • Slevin

      7 years ago

      Only with Panda and Handley.

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    • Otto371

      7 years ago

      Bring back Miller!

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      • mikeyank55

        7 years ago

        He made himself a star Vinnie. The Sox didn’t believe in him for the longest time. Chances are NONE not slim.

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  2. Macho King

    7 years ago

    Miller to the Yanks.

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  3. cba93

    7 years ago

    I can see yanks going with miller. Britton wasn’t very good and Robertson will get paid to go somewhere and close so they could use another big arm

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  4. JustOnePitch

    7 years ago

    The Yankees should sign Miller and Robertson! There’s no choosing between the two this time!!

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    • thecoffinnail

      7 years ago

      The Yankees are absolutely loaded with RHP is the minors. No need to spend the kind of money Robertson is going to get. They need a power lefty in the bullpen badly though. So, a reunion with Miller makes a lot of sense on a 2 year contract. His wipeout pitch is a slider and pitchers who depend on that pitch usually don’t age well. So a 2 year commitment with a possible vesting option should be tops for them on Miller. I hope they bring back Britton myself. He will continue to improve and with his down year should be affordable.

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  5. angelsinthetroutfield

    7 years ago

    I’d like to see Meyer in the pen if he’s able to make it back. I know he’s been tried there before in Minn but I think it’s better for his and the Halos long-term future.

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  6. Jwick22

    7 years ago

    Speaking of tj surgeries I read where dr Andrews is being sued for 160 million. I’m sure a settlement will be reached but that’s a lot of cash

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    • J. C. Hahne

      7 years ago

      Yeah, heard that on the radio this morning. $180M from a former 1st round pick of the Vikings. A knee surgery.

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