According to MLB.com, a recent MRI showed more damage to his UCL. Team Drs have recommended surgery for him. If he has the surgery, he will likely not return to the field until 2020.

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Posted 05 September 2018 - 10:02 PM
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Posted 06 September 2018 - 05:24 AM
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Posted 06 September 2018 - 06:58 AM
This was spoken of IIRC before he was even offered up by Japan. Hoping he makes a strong recovery. He's a great story.
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Posted 07 September 2018 - 10:38 AM
You're absolutely right, Brett. He is a great story. He might make it to the field as a hitter next year, but his pitching will have to wait.
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Posted 30 September 2018 - 08:31 AM
He won't pitch again until 2020, but he should be able to DH next year.
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