Cards Notes: Tyler Johnson still out
By Joe Strauss
ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH
03/21/2008
JUPITER, FLA. — Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak voiced increased concern Thursday over lefthanded reliever Tyler Johnson's continued absence from the mound due to what the club calls a slight rotator cuff strain.
"There doesn't appear to be anything physically wrong. However, to answer the question, absolutely it's a concern," Mozeliak said. "At some point we need the pitcher to pitch. He's not pitching. So at some point we examine all our options and try to determine what's best for the club."
Johnson was shut down before appearing in a Grapefruit League game due to discomfort in the front of his left shoulder. Johnson confirmed Thursday that he is experiencing weakness in the region, which is frequently associated with rotator cuff problems. Technically, a strain is a tear. However, the club minimized the condition's severity when it was disclosed March 4. The Cardinals at first projected that Johnson would be shut down for a week, but he has yet to throw since.
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