BALTIMORE, MD - JULY 13: Jason Hammel #39 of the Baltimore Orioles throws to a Detroit Tigers batter during the second inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on July 13, 2012 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
Jason Hammel Set For Surgery, Will Miss 3-4 Weeks
The Orioles righthander will miss 3-4 weeks after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his right knee.
Jason Hammel Set For Surgery, Will Miss 3-4 Weeks
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Jason Hammel Out 3-4 Weeks After Knee Surgery
Orioles righthander Jason Hammel was placed on the 15-day disabled list and will undergo arthroscopic surgery Monday on his right knee, the team announced Sunday. Hammel, who's been dealing with discomfort in the knee for several weeks, left Friday's start in the fourth inning with pain.
An MRI performed Saturday revealed that his ailment isn't serious, but an operation is still needed to remove a piece of cartilage, according to MLB.com. Hammel is disappointed with the injury but should be able to return in time to help during the team's September stretch run.
"I feel like I am letting the guys down if I miss starts," said Hammel. "I want to be part of this. It's tough, because my body is letting me down right now, and I feel so good. A lot of hard work to get where we are right now. It is what it is."
Hammel has been Baltimore's best starting pitcher this year, posting an 8-6 record with a 3.54 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 106 strikeouts in 109.1 innings and 18 starts.
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Jason Hammel Leaves Game, Knee Surgery Possible
The Orioles righthander has been having knee trouble, and will miss at least one start.
