From Rotoworld.com regarding Adrian Beltre’s Injury:
Adrian Beltre was told he needs surgery for a torn ligament in his left thumb, but he intends to keep playing for now.
It was recommended that he undergo the surgery right away in an effort to guarantee that he’d be ready for 2009. However, he could wait the extra 2 1/2 weeks and still would likely be 100 percent for spring training. “I’m debating,” he said. “What I really want to do is finish the year, then do it. Everyone’s against me, and wanting me me to do it before then. I don’t really want to. I truly want to finish the season, but I don’t think it’s going to happen. I’m debating when to do it. I want to have enough timne to be 100 percent sure I’m going to be 100 percent by spring training. If I finish the season, it would be a really tight schedule to have surgery and be ready. It would take me to January and February. That’s cutting it too close. I’m not really sure what to do yet.” Sep. 11 – 8:45 pm et
This is a very tough for those in head to head leagues. I for one would not plan on having Beltre for next week. There is really no reason for him to play out the season for a last place team if it will affect his 2009 preparation. The Mariners will most likely push Beltre to have surgery asap so he can be ready for spring training. Here are some possible free agents to target:
Brandon Wood LAA – Wood strikes out a lot, but lately has shown flashes of his prodigious power showcaed in the minors. With the rash of Halo middle infield injuries, Wood has been playing everyday.
Marco Scutaro TOR – Last three games 2-4, 3-4, 3-4 with an RBI in each. He’s always been a useful utility guy, but now he’s playing everyday.
Pablo Sandoval SF – Also eligible at C and 1B, Sandoval has maintained a .326 AVG with 2 HR and 14 RBI in 95 AB’s
