SURPRISE, Ariz. -- Rangers pitcher Jake Diekman can't throw, run, ride an exercise bike or lift anything more than 5-10 pounds. He has a colostomy bag attached to his abdomen and is not going to pitch until at least the All-Star break.
But, on reporting day for Rangers pitchers and catchers, Diekman was easily the happiest guy in camp now that he is almost three weeks removed from stomach surgery.
Thanks to @stealthbelt now I'm secure and ready to move around! #ibd #gutitout #nocolonstillrollin pic.