Willie Calhoun’s fractured jaw at the hands of a Julio Urias 95-mph fastball happened just 10 days ago but feels like an eternity after the wild news cycle prompted by the COVID-19 outbreak. Despite a shocking injury that often can prompt concerns of the worst case scenario, the Texas Rangers left fielder could be ready to go by the start of the season which now looks to be delayed until at least May.
It’s hard to say that the pandemic which has swiftly made its impact known in the sports world has a silver lining but being able to start the season with Calhoun in the lineup would be a plus.