Carl Pavano was pitching - poorly - through shoulder discomfort, and now he’s finally going on the disabled list with a strained anterior capsule.
Carl Pavano Hits DL; Nick Blackburn Returns
But he’s sitting on a 6.00 ERA, and he’s been missing some fastball velocity. He’s been missing some fastball velocity because he’s been trying to pitch through shoulder discomfort. Pavano’s shoulder has been an issue for weeks, and finally, it’s forcing him to the disabled list:
Here’s a note from less than a month ago:
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Starting pitcher Carl Pavano of the Minnesota Twins scratches his head as he leaves the game after giving up seven runs in four innings against the Cleveland Indians at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) Getty Images