Andrew Vaughn resumes batting practice after hand surgery

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Andrew Vaughn took batting practice on the field Friday for the first time since surgery on his left hand. The procedure on March 30 addressed a fractured hamate bone. Vaughn anticipates a minor league rehab assignment soon after a follow-up appointment Tuesday.

Vaughn underwent surgery to remove the fractured hamate bone in his left hand on March 30. On Friday at American Family Field, he hit on the field for the first time since the operation. He has a follow-up with his surgeon scheduled for Tuesday and expressed hope to start a minor league rehab assignment shortly afterward, his first exposure to live pitching.

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MLB players face hamate bone injuries early in spring training

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Several prominent Major League Baseball players, including Corbin Carroll, Francisco Lindor, and Jackson Holliday, have suffered broken hamate bones during the initial days of spring training. These injuries, which typically require surgery and a recovery period of four to eight weeks, will sideline the athletes for varying lengths of time, potentially affecting their teams' early season plans. The hamate bone, a small wrist structure vulnerable due to the mechanics of batting, has become a notable concern as training begins.

Chicago Cubs first baseman Tyler Austin underwent surgery on his right knee on Tuesday, sidelining him for months. Manager Craig Counsell announced the news on Wednesday, noting the injury occurred after Austin's knee did not respond well in early spring training workouts. The team is now adjusting its depth chart at first base.

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Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll is progressing ahead of schedule after surgery for a broken right hamate bone. The injury occurred on February 10, and Carroll underwent surgery the next day. He aims to return for the March 26 opener at Dodger Stadium.

Chicago Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd made his first rehab appearance Thursday at Triple-A Iowa following his April 6 placement on the IL with a left biceps strain. The 35-year-old lefty pitched 3 2/3 innings, allowing three earned runs on four hits while striking out six in a positive step toward return.

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Seattle Mariners third baseman Brendan Donovan is nearing activation from the 10-day injured list, where he was placed April 20 (retroactive to April 18) with a left groin strain. Manager Dan Wilson said recovery is on track for a return during the upcoming homestand against Kansas City and Atlanta, starting Friday.

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss announced that Spencer Strider has completed his minor league rehab assignment. He provided cautious updates on Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep ahead of Tuesday's series opener against the Tigers. Strider could rejoin the rotation soon, while the others face longer timelines.

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Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler completed his first bullpen session since undergoing thoracic outlet decompression surgery last September. The 21-pitch outing took place on Thursday morning at BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater, Florida. Manager Rob Thomson described the session as encouraging, though Wheeler's return timeline remains uncertain.

 

 

 

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