First, there was a preliminary diagnosis for Shelby Miller, a right-hander for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Then, a second opinion and now, there is a third opinion.
Since Miller was taken out of last Sunday’s game with the Los Angeles Dodgers in Chase Field, his condition has been clouded in uncertainty, mystery and ambiguity. As of the start of Wednesday’s home game with the San Diego Padres, Miller’s original diagnosis remains tightness in his right forearm, but that could dramatically change.
Since Arizona team physician Dr. Gary Waslewski made that original diagnosis Sunday, Miller, seeking a second opinion, flew to Los Angles and consulted with Dr.