The rookie sensation of the New York Yankees, Jasson Domínguez will have to face a long and extensive pause before continuing his career in the Major Leagues after this Sunday it was confirmed that he suffers from a rupture of the collateral ligament in his right elbow that He will require Tommy John surgery.
Domínguez had already been removed from the lineup in the Yankees’ agonizing victory this Sunday, 4-3 in 13 innings against the Brewers, but the worst fears were confirmed when He underwent rigorous medical examinations that determined the injury.
“It is definitely very shocking news. You never expect this to be the result. Now understanding what happened, we have to look forward and overcome it,” commented the 20-year-old outfielder.
He later said that his immediate plan is to enter the operating room to begin the recovery time as soon as possible.
“The plan is to have surgery as soon as possible and try to recover as quickly as possible,” he added.
The injury will not only mark the end of Domínguez’s 2023 season with the Yankees, but also It will reduce the Dominican’s chances of fighting for the American League Rookie of the Year award next season.
According to early reports, The elbow problem will keep him away from the playing field for nine to ten months.so he could be back for the 2024 All-Star break next June.
Regarding Domínguez’s condition, manager Aaron Boone spoke about it and expressed his sadness about the situation.
“I am devastated for him. At the same time, he is a young man, and these things take care of themselves. “It’s a moment in time, in the grand scheme of things, part of what we feel has a chance to be a long, great career,” Boone said.
In this way, the Yankees once again lose one of their key pieces facing the end of the 2023 season, as happened at the time with other figures such as Aaron Judge, Néstor Cortés or the Cuban starter Carlos Rodón.
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