Soriano Back On DL

Written by Colin on August 3, 2008 – 9:49 pm

When the Braves signed Rafael Soriano to a two-year, $9 million contract in January, they didn’t expect he’d on the DL nearly as much as Mike Hampton was last season.  They expected him to be an integral part of the bullpen and be the closer for the club.

Instead, he’s had continuing elbow problems and is back on the Disabled List for a third time this season.  He’s only pitched in 14 games, and has compiled a 2.57 ERA, nine walks, and 16 strikeouts.  Despite not losing much of his effectiveness, his arm continues to bother him.  Elbow tendonitis has bothered him most of the year, and inflammation of the same elbow has sidelined him this time.

Hindsight is 20/20, but it’s not looking like a $9 million contract was a smart idea for Soriano.  We’ll hope he can come back from the DL soon.


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