HOUSTON — Reds third baseman Scott Rolen underwent surgery on his left shoulder Wednesday and is expected to miss four to six weeks.
Rolen, who has been on the disabled list since July 22, had arthroscopic surgery to remove bone spurs and fragments from a joint in his shoulder.
Konerko could return tonight
CHICAGO — White Sox first baseman Paul Konerko is hoping to return to the lineup tonight after being sidelined by a bruised left calf.
Konerko, who is batting .305 with 25 homers and 76 RBIs, said his calf is still tender and probably will be for another week or so, but he said it might improve enough to allow him to play in the next two days.
Footnotes.
Padres right-hander Dustin Moseley underwent surgery on his nonthrowing shoulder, ending his season with a 3-10 record and 3.30 ERA in 20 starts.
• Marlins shortstop Hanley Ramirez is day to day with a sprained left shoulder.
• Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg is expected to throw Sunday in the minor leagues, a significant step in his recovery from elbow surgery.
• Matt Stairs, the career leader in pinch-hit home runs (23), said he plans to retire.
• The Orioles optioned left-hander Mark Hendrickson to Triple-A Norfolk, opening a roster spot for pitcher Jo-Jo Reyes.
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