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Ronel Blanco Going on Injured List With Elbow Injury
Houston Astros right-hander Ronel Blanco (elbow) is heading to the 15-day injured list and will seek a second opinion on his injured right elbow, according to manager Joe Espada. Blanco's first opinion/test showed "inflammation" in his elbow. How long Blanco will be on the shelf will be determined by whether the team finds any other issues in his arm besides inflammation. Either way, the 31-year-old Dominican pitcher isn't going to be back until at least June. Blanco has been consistent this year for Houston and his fantasy managers, allowing more than three earned runs in just one of his nine starts while striking out 48 batters in 48 1/3 innings pitched. He has picked up quality starts in four of his last five starts before coming down with some elbow problems. Until we find out more about Blanco's timetable for a return, fantasy managers should keep him stashed in an IL spot.
Source: The Athletic - Chandler Rome
Source: The Athletic - Chandler Rome
