Astros: Alex Bregman undergoes arthroscopic elbow surgery

The Houston Astros have announced third baseman Alex Bregman underwent arthroscopic surgery to remove loose bodies from his elbow.

Dr. Thomas Mehlhoff performed the elbow surgery this morning on the Astros‘ All-Star infielder Alex Bregman to remove foreign bodies in his elbow. Bregman will be on a limited basis at the beginning of Spring Training, but expects to be ready to go come regular season.

I’ll be ready …believe that… fixing to kick this rehabs ass. https://t.co/3pXNmZBj6P

Bregman contacted the team around New Year’s Day complaining of discomfort in his elbow. After further examination the loose bodies were discovered. Astros’ GM Jeff Luhnow and Bregman made the decision to go ahead…