ARLINGTON, Texas - The season is just one day old and the reigning NL Central champs have already been dealt a big blow.
Milwaukee closer Corey Knebel has a torn ligament in his elbow and as a result, has chosen to undergo Tommy John surgery to repair it instead of the riskier option of rehab:
Brewers reliever Corey Knebel has elected to undergo Tommy John surgery next week. He will miss the 2019 season.
— Adam McCalvy (@AdamMcCalvy) March 29, 2019
Knebel was presented two options: TJ surgery and miss all season, or attempt rehab and make it back sometime in summer.