Blue Jays Outfielder Undergoes Surgery

The Toronto Blue Jays were eliminated from the playoffs on October 8. Lourdes Gurriel Jr. didn't play in a game since September 8. 

On Thursday, Lourdes Gurriel Jr underwent surgery on his left wrist. 

#Bluejays confirm Lourdes Gurriel Jr. had wrist surgery today in Ohio and is expected to be recovered in time for spring training 2023.

— Rob Longley (@longleysunsport) October 20, 2022

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. underwent left wrist surgery today, the #BlueJays tell us, and is expected to be ready for the start of Spring Training in February.

— Keegan Matheson (@KeeganMatheson) October 20, 2022

The surgery took place on Thursday with Dr. Graham in Ohio. Gurriel dealt with wrist issues apparently throughout the season, and it was determined that he should undergo the procedure instead of more rehabilitation. 

Gurriel is expected to be back for the start of spring training. 

The twenty-nine-year-old slashed .291/.343/.400, with five home runs, 52 RBIs, three stolen bases, and 52 runs scored over 121 games played this season.

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