MLB Rumors: Roberto Osuna, closer for the Houston Astros, needs Tommy John surgery, per reports. Osuna, 25, would appear likely to be out until 2022 if he does undergo surgery, although he is apparently getting a second opinion.
This would be the latest blow to a Houston Astros pitching staff that has been injury-riddle so far this season. Justin Verlander is out, and while he denied reports that he has been pronounced done for the year, he appears unlikely to return in 2020. Reliever Chris Devenski was placed on the injured list this past weekend, and Ryan Pressly had been sidelined with a sore elbow, though he is now back.