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Jeurys Familia Can Throw in 6 Weeks After Surgery to Remove Shoulder Blood Clot

The New York Mets announced Saturday that closer Jeurys Familia will be able to resume throwing in six weeks after undergoing surgery to remove a blood clot in his shoulder.

According to James Wagner of the New York Times, the team also said he will be able to return to competitive pitching in three-to-four months.

Per ESPN.com, Familia underwent the surgery Friday and was placed on the 10-day disabled list with an arterial clot.

The Mets have struggled mightily with injuries this season, as Familia joins catcher Travis d'Arnaud, third baseman David Wright, outfielder Yoenis Cespedes and starting pitchers Noah Syndergaard and Steven Matz on the disabled list.