CINCINNATI -- The Indians hoped that Nick Hagadone would develop into a weapon out of the bullpen this season. Now, Cleveland might already be shifting its focus to next year in light of the left-hander's recent elbow injury.
During the Indians' voluntary workout at Great American Ball Park on Thursday, manager Terry Francona indicated that Hagadone sustained what is believed to be a serious injury to his left elbow during a rehab outing with Class A Mahoning Valley on Wednesday. Hagadone was initially examined by Dr. Mark Schickendantz and is in the process of seeking a second opinion.