Red Sox C Christian Vazquez expected to be out 12 months
After undergoing Tommy John surgery, Red Sox catcher Christian Vazquez is expected to be out for about 12 months, reports MLB.com.
"I think we would side toward the pitcher's time frame on this, due to the amount of throwing that he does and how important his arm is to him and his position," said Red Sox manager John Farrell. "We would take him through a rehab protocol consistent to a pitcher."
Vazquez's biggest strength is believed to be his strong arm. For that reason, the team will take its time before bringing him back.
"This is a major interruption to his development at the Major League level," said Farrell. "But given the success rate to the procedure, we're fully expecting a complete recovery and for him to get back on track for a very promising career for an extremely talented catcher."
Vazquez, 24, was hitting .176 this spring prior to injuring his elbow.
