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Baseball Musings
March 19, 2006
More on Burnett

According to the Toronto Star, Burnett's problem was caused by scar tissue.


The Jays were tight-lipped about Burnett's situation after he left the game. Ricciardi said he was later told the MRI showed "scar tissue breaking up'' from Burnett's previous "Tommy John'' ligament transplant surgery.

Scar tissue is a rather common post-surgical occurrence and can be painful when it starts to come apart. But other than some swelling and stiffness, it can usually be dealt with swiftly.

The Jays will gladly wait the five days or more, even if it causes Burnett to miss his first start of the season since Toronto has capable spot starters in Scott Downs and Pete Walker.

Thanks to Zach for the link.

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