Masahiro Tanaka Has Torn Ulnar Collateral Ligament
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Yankees manager Joe Girardi gave reporters devastating news today, as he
revealed that Masahiro Tanaka has a slight tear in the ulnar collateral
ligament in his right elbow, and Tommy John surgery is possible (All Twitter
links to Mark Feinsand of the New York Daily News). Tanaka was examined by
three doctors, all of whom confirmed the tear. For now, a platelet rich
plasma injection is being recommended, and the Yankees are hopeful that he
can return in six weeks’ time.