Injury Report March 23

This was a quiet week at the ML level for injuries with only 1 new 60 day DL and 4 - 5 day DLs


Jeremi Edwards SXF - Edwards career was already winding down. He may have a few good innings left in him when he returns but his chances of landing a contract next year in free agency is slim.
60-Day
3/21/2008 PM2


Stewart Shields RIC - This writer expected Shields injury to be a blow to Richmond, but Shields had seen reduced playing time this season. While he sufferred a ratings hit, the injury should not have a long term impact on the 25y/o's career. If he remains underutilized by Richmond he could become a trade target latter in the season.
15-Day
3/16/2008 PM2


Alvin Hernandez RIC - The power hitting Hernandez was having a good Rookie season but will now be out 21 games. While the hamstring injury has delivered a small hit to his ratings it should not have a long term impact and the 23y/o 1st round pick and budding star should fullfil his potential.
15-Day


Raymond Magadan JAC - The 30 y/o Magadan was enjoying the best year of his mediocore career when his shoulder started acting up. If he is fortunate he will return shortly to the starting lineup and pick up where he left off. If he can stay off the DL (health 61) he may still have a career year. Next year is his 1st in arbitration and he will need a good year to avoid the bread line.
15-Day
3/18/2008 AM


Trevor Bellhorn FLA - The journeyman Bellhorn is holding down a middle relief role in the Florida Pen. His stint on the DL with elbow inflamation should not change his status.
15-Day
3/17/2008 AM


The minor league Report

There were numerous injuries in the minors this week but only the rookie injuries have a long term impact.


Artie Parnell KC - The number 12 pick in the draft Parnell is key to KC's future. A power hitting switch hitter the injury could have a lingering impact on Artie's Health and injury risk. Out for the season it will be interesting to see how he rebounds.
Rookie
60-Day
3/22/2008 AM


Clay Wells OAK - Wells is the 3rd round pick of Oakland and is out for the season with elbow surgery. A control pitcher with a poor health history this early injury may be the 1st of many and keep him out of the lajor leagues
Rookie
60-Day
3/20/2008 PM


Dante Sugawara TOL - The 2nd round pick of Toledo is projected defensive SS. The hamstring injury puts him out for the season. Normally a low injury risk this injury will slow his progress but if he can avoid further injury he should approach his potential
Rookie
60-Day
3/19/2008 PM2