Astros SP Burrows Has Setback While on Rehab Assignment
If you were wondering why the Astros chose to recall Ronel Blanco earlier today and not Mike Burrows, it turns out we now have a legitimate reason, courtesy of this report from Brian McTaggart of MLB.com: Burrows, who was on the IL with right elbow neuritis, now is battling shoulder inflammation. Two different injuries to […]
Houston Astros starting pitcher Mike Burrows has suffered a setback while on a rehabilitation assignment, according to a report by Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. Burrows, who was previously on the injured list with right elbow neuritis, is now experiencing shoulder inflammation. The shoulder barking while throwing yesterday led to imaging showing some shoulder inflammation, placing him in a day-to-day situation.
This dual injury to the same pitching arm has significantly impacted Burrows' projected return timeline, with his potential return this season now in question.
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