WASHINGTON -- Adam Eaton underwent successful surgery on Tuesday to repair his torn ACL and meniscus in his left knee. The procedures were performed by Dr. Robin West, the Nationals' orthopedic surgeon. General manager Mike Rizzo, who had been initially hesitant to place on timetable for Eaton's return until the surgery, told reporters Eaton is expected to require six to nine months for recovery.
Eaton did not require surgery on his left ankle, which he also sprained when he suffered the knee injuries after lunging toward first base on April 28. He was at Nationals Park on Wednesday to begin his rehab, starting range-of-motion work, and he is not expected to walk or put any weight on his leg for about four weeks.