NEW YORK — Tests revealed that former Mets catcher Gary Carter has blood clots in his lungs and right leg.
The Hall of Famer was rushed to the emergency room Tuesday after experiencing a sharp pain in his chest and shortness of breath, according to his daughter, Kimmy Bloemers.
Carter, who spent five hours in the ER, underwent an EKG, blood work, and an X-ray and CT scan of his chest. He was released Wednesday after a CT scan of his brain showed no bleeding. Carter, 57, must inject blood thinners, intravenously, into his stomach until further notice.
“These blood clots are very controllable, and this new medication should help dissolve the problems,” Bloemers wrote. “Dad is very lucky it was caught so early.”
This was the second time Carter, affectionately known as “Kid,” was rushed to the ER since being diagnosed with Stage 4 brain cancer in May.
Rangers activate Beltre
ARLINGTON, Texas — The Rangers activated all-star third baseman Adrian Beltre from the disabled list.
Beltre hit .276 with 20 homers and 76 RBIs in 100 games before he strained his left hamstring running the bases against Toronto on July 22.
Ramirez to see doctor
NEW YORK — Injured Marlins star Hanley Ramirez has instability in his left shoulder, and the shortstop is contemplating offseason surgery.
Florida president of baseball operations Larry Beinfest said there will be no decision on a course of action, or if Ramirez will play again this season, until the three-time all-star sees team doctor Lee Kaplan this weekend.
Footnotes.
Stephen Strasburg, with a fastball hitting 99 mph, allowed one hit over six shutout innings for Double-A Harrisburg in what was expected to be his final minor- league rehab start before he returns to the Nationals.
• The Red Sox added newly acquired first baseman/outfielder Conor Jackson to their active roster and recalled left-hander Felix Doubront from Triple-A Pawtucket.
• The Tigers activated second baseman Carlos Guillen (wrist).
• Indians outfielder Shin Soo-Choo was placed on the DL with a strained side muscle.
• Top Twins pitching prospect Kyle Gibson will have reconstructive elbow surgery next week, putting him out for the 2012 season.
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