Washington
Nats’ Kieboom to get surgery, out for season
Nationals infielder Carter Kieboom will endure season-ending Tommy John surgical procedure to handle the elbow challenge that landed him on the injured checklist in March, the newest setback for a former high prospect but to make an influence in Washington.
Supervisor Dave Martinez mentioned Friday that Kieboom could have the surgical procedure Might 27. Kieboom has been coping with a strained flexor mass and sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his throwing elbow.
Martinez mentioned he is hoping Kieboom returns in time for spring coaching. He famous that place gamers have shorter restoration intervals than pitchers from the ligament-replacement surgical procedure.
Kieboom, 24, batted .207 with a .301 on-base share, six homers and 20 RBIs in 62 video games final season. He performed third base final season but additionally has expertise at shortstop.