Rangers OF Josh Hamilton Has Pinched Nerve

Parman — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 20:36:52 -0000

Inside Corner's Evan Grant speaking with Thad Levine.

Looks like some meds might take care of the problem.

“Josh saw the doctor today regarding his lower back and it was determined he has a pinched nerve. He was given a ‘root nerve injection’ to reduce the inflammation. He is traveling with the club to Baltimore and athletic trainer Jamie Reed will examine him and evaluate him then. Hamilton is listed as day-to-day.”

May the healing begin.

Holland's Velocity

Parman — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 01:21:47 -0000

I'm puzzled on Derek Holland's jump in velocity. It seems strange that he would gain ~10 mph once hitting the pros. Most everyone here is famaliar with his background; 25th round draft and follow pick who seems to improve with each month. I'm excited as they come for his success, but I have concerns about the stamina of this jump. I would love to have some explanation to how it has come about. Could it be a correction in mechanics? Weights? Running a lot? All I can think of involve animal sacrifices, PEDS or a deal with Jumping Jack Flash. As 1 and 3 don't work in reality and 2 does, I begin to wonder if it's possible.

Is this kind of jump in velocity a common occurence? If so, could you give me some examples? If this isn't Fanpost worthy, I apologize in advance.

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Rangers OF Josh Hamilton Has Pinched Nerve

Holland's Velocity