AL Central News: Sano considering surgery

*Miguel Sano is considering surgery for his postseason hindering shin injury. His issues stems from fouling a ball off of his leg in mid-August, which cause a stress reaction. While this injury typically has a recovery time of a month and do not contain an actual fracture to the bone like a stress fracture, it still does not allow the injured person to participate in any weight-bearing activities.

Sano’s premature return to the field during the last three games of the season potentially pushed his injury to a point of needing surgery. If the 24-year old elects to go under the knife, a titanium rod will be placed in his leg to stabilize the bone and also to make airport security that much more difficult.

The young slugger had a strong third season in Minnesota, slashing .264/.352/.507 with 28 homers. He also not only earned a roster spot on the American League All-Star team, but showed off his power in the Home Run Derby, only to be defeated by Aaron Judge in the final round.

Recovery from this surgery is eight weeks.

Here’s what other news and rumors are floating around the American League Central:

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• The Twins have fired pitching coach Neil Allen.
• Sports Illustrated couldn’t wait to jump on Cleveland’s “history of sadness” narrative.
• The Tigers are considering Royals coach Pedro Grifol for their manager position.
• The Twins have signed Paul Molitor to a three-year contract.
• The Mets are interested in Brad Ausmus.