BALTIMORE – Though Zack Greinke’s shoulder issues are not said to be a long-term concern, the Diamondbacks still are likely to shut down their high-priced right-hander for rest of the season, manager Chip Hale said.
“I know we were happy with the MRI results,” Greinke said. “It’s just swelling in there. You can’t really go full speed until the swelling gets out, so it’s hard to say he’s going to be able to start.”
That effectively brings an end to a disappointing first season with the Diamondbacks for Greinke, who, compared to his previous three seasons with the Dodgers, saw his numbers trend in the wrong direction.