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Astros Pitcher Wesneski Undergoes Tommy John Surgery, Faces Long Recovery

5/19/2025

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Summary

Wesneski's Surgery Setback

Houston Astros pitcher Hayden Wesneski faces a challenging road ahead as he prepares for Tommy John surgery, which will keep him off the mound for the rest of 2025 and likely the first half of 2026. The 27-year-old, currently grappling with a 4.50 ERA, joins a long list of injured Astros pitchers, deepening the team's struggles.

Summary

Jones' Surgery Challenge

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Jared Jones faces a challenging road ahead as he prepares for Tommy John surgery, sidelined by a serious ulnar collateral ligament injury. The 23-year-old, who dazzled fans with a solid rookie season boasting a 4.14 ERA, will miss the rest of 2025 and likely all of 2026, leaving a significant void in the team's pitching lineup.

History

Historical Context

Hayden Wesneski and Jared Jones face Tommy John surgery, a procedure first performed in 1974. This surgery has since become common among pitchers, with around 33% of MLB players undergoing it by 2014. Notably, Tommy John himself returned to pitch 14 more seasons post-surgery, redefining career longevity.

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Wesneski's Surgery Setback

Houston Astros pitcher Hayden Wesneski faces a challenging road ahead as he prepares for Tommy John surgery, which will keep him off the mound for the rest of 2025 and likely the first half of 2026. The 27-year-old, currently grappling with a 4.50 ERA, joins a long list of injured Astros pitchers, deepening the team's struggles.

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