Jacob deGrom (Texas), the best starting pitcher in the major leagues, is on the operating table. Ryu Hyun-jin, who is about to return after steadily rehabilitating after elbow surgery, has emerged as a model for deGrom.메이저놀이터
DeGrom was placed on the disabled list after suffering sudden arm pain during a game against the New York Yankees in late April. He went into rehab, but he wasn’t getting any better, and he decided to have elbow surgery last 7 days. DeGrom’s elbow surgery is the second in 13 years, following the 2010 rookie league when he joined the New York Mets. With elbow surgery, deGrom is expected to return around July next year.
Ryu Hyun-jin (Toronto) had his second elbow surgery last year before deGrom. Ryu Hyun-jin, who is in the final stages of rehabilitation, plans to return right after the All-Star break after going through minor league rehabilitation this month. His return to the big leagues is predicted in mid-July.
Ryu Hyun-jin plays for the Toronto Blue Jays. AP Yonhap News.
Considering the second elbow surgery and the timing of his return, deGrom is expected to follow Ryu Hyun-jin’s path. CBS Sports of the United States also said, “DeGrom will be among the few pitchers who are trying to make a successful comeback after undergoing two elbow surgeries.” “Ryu Hyun-jin is the best model for deGrom. Ryu Hyun-jin suffered frequent injuries while throwing at the All-Star level in the past. When deGrom returns from surgery this time, he will be 36 years old, similar to Ryu Hyun-jin.”
Meanwhile, deGrom and Ryu Hyun-jin competed for the 2019 National League Cy Young Award when they belonged to the New York Mets and the Los Angeles Dodgers, respectively. DeGrom won the Cy Young Award amid fierce competition at the time.