Tuesday, November 06, 2007

Ortiz Surgery

Courtesy of the Boston Red Sox

ORTIZ UNDERGOES ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY ON RIGHT KNEE

BOSTON, MA—Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz had a right knee arthroscopy today at Massachusetts General Hospital to address the cartilage problem in his knee.

The surgery, which was performed by team Medical Director Dr. Thomas Gill, went well, and Ortiz will begin rehabilitation immediately. The surgery should not interfere with his off-season program, and he is expected to be ready for full participation in spring training.

Ortiz batted .332 with 35 home runs and 117 RBI in 149 games with Boston in 2007.