Athletics’ José Leclerc Undergoes Urgent Shoulder Surgery
UPDATE: Oakland Athletics’ reliever José Leclerc has undergone successful right shoulder surgery, as confirmed by the club on Wednesday. The procedure, performed by renowned surgeon Dr. Keith Meister in Arlington, Texas, comes after Leclerc was placed on the injured list since April 23 and subsequently shut down for the season on July 25.
Leclerc, 31, joined the A’s this season on a $10 million contract, but his performance was hindered by injuries. He appeared in just 10 games, finishing the season with a troubling 6.00 ERA and striking out eight batters over nine innings of play.
As he embarks on his recovery journey, Leclerc will remain in Dallas for rehabilitation. The A’s hope to see him return stronger in the next season, following a career that includes 12-21 record, 41 saves, and a 3.34 ERA over 369 1/3 innings since breaking into the major leagues with the Texas Rangers in 2016.
The impact of Leclerc’s surgery is significant for the Athletics, who are looking to rebuild and strengthen their roster. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely as Leclerc works through rehabilitation, hoping for a swift and complete recovery.
Stay tuned for more updates on Leclerc’s progress and the future of the A’s as they navigate this challenging season and beyond.
