PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. — David Bednar is at the moment coping with proper lat tightness, explaining why the Pirates’ nearer has not appeared in a sport but this Spring Coaching.
The 2-time All-Star felt the discomfort throughout his throwing program not too long ago and is at the moment not throwing, although he doesn’t appear too frightened in regards to the severity of the damage.
“Simply precautionary this time of yr,” Bednar stated. “Simply attempting to be sensible and hopefully be again quickly.”
Supervisor Derek Shelton stated that Bednar shall be a no-throw “for just a few days” earlier than the crew reassesses him.
“He’s gonna have some relaxation, after which as soon as he begins throwing once more, I feel we’ll have a greater concept of the place he’s really at and know the way he feels,” Shelton stated.
The Pirates have appreciable bullpen depth, including Aroldis Chapman this offseason to a gaggle that options Colin Holderman, Carmen Mlodzinski, Ryan Borucki and others, however dropping Bednar for an prolonged time period can be a big blow. The bullpen can be at the moment awaiting phrase on Dauri Moreta, who exited Sunday’s sport with an elbow concern.
Bednar stated he has by no means handled an damage like this earlier than, however he stays optimistic that he won’t be sidelined for too lengthy.
“It is nothing I am overly involved about,” Bednar stated.
