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I think his commitment to the Classic certainly is intriguing. I think that gives us some indication that he thinks he has something left.Tim Purpura
It's always good to get more than one opinion on these things, especially when you're talking about a player that has a chance to be out for an extended period of time. We've always been very cooperative with players who have requested a second opinion.
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In baseball, we talk about a player having five tools. But the way we look at it is that there's a sixth tool and it's makeup and character.
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We have to think that through because of the nature of the injury. We don't want to get too excited about the progress he's making, put him out to early and have it reoccur on us. If it reoccurs, basically, the season will be over. We run a big risk.
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That's what makes the decision a little more difficult he feels good about both of them and either one of them could help.
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His last two starts have been much better. His velocity (Thursday), he topped out at 89 (mph) and he averaged 88. His control is much better. ... He's throwing a little bit freer and easier and he's gotten a little bit more out of his arm. Certainly, if he's throwing 88, 89 from the left side he would be able to compete (in the majors).
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