Luke Hughes scheduled for shoulder scan this week – MLB News
According to sources, Luke Hughes is expected to have his right shoulder examined this week under Minnesota Twins’ supervision. The utility infielder was playing for the Australian Winter League when he picked up a shoulder injury.
Following the incident, he had an MRI in Australia. However, the Twins wanted to ensure he is fit and healthy to perform his duties effectively this season and they asked him to come back for a shoulder scan. Hughes reached back to Twin cities on Thursday to schedule an examination of his stinging shoulder.
“He had an MRI in Australia,” Ryan further added. “We’re going to bring him in here, probably Thursday or Friday, to make sure everything’s in order. He’ll go right to Fort Myers [Fla.].”
Although the General Manager Terry Ryan is convinced that the injury is not of a serious nature, the Twins will be waiting for the scan reports before making any further announcements. The 27 year old produced some great performances last season as he hit seven home runs in 96 games for the Twins. He is also one of the only 106 batters, who managed to hit a home run in their very first Major League Baseball (MLB) appearance.
The GM further explained that Luke suffered shoulder injury after he had a severe collision at the plate. If Hughes is unable to prove himself fit before spring training, the Twins will experience a serious hurdle in their plans.
"He slid into home plate and was trying to avoid a tag," Ryan further added. "He stretched his arm out and jammed it or strained it, something along those lines. He was playing fine, as you'd expect he would down there, and unfortunately this happened. He walked a few too many, but he got through it," he said. "In his last game, he pitched five shutout innings."
Hughes has a great chance to secure a roster spot for the Spring Training session. He looked in decent form in the Australian Winter league as he batted with an incredible .344 average in 19 games. He will be very disappointed if his progress is halted by this unwelcome injury.
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