▲ Kim Do-hyun pitching
KIA Tigers right-handed pitcher Kim Do-hyun will undergo surgery to repair a micro-fracture in his right elbow, alongside Tommy John surgery (ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction).
The KIA club announced today (June 19), "Kim Do-hyun, who had been undergoing rehabilitation since being diagnosed with an elbow stress fracture last September, recently felt discomfort in the injured area during his interval throwing program (ITP). After a comprehensive review of his medical results and discussions with the club, it was decided that he would undergo surgery."
Last season, Kim recorded 4 wins and 7 losses with a 4.81 ERA over 125⅓ innings, marking the highest number of innings pitched in his career.
While he performed well with his powerful pitching early last season, he was unable to complete the season due to the lingering effects of his elbow injury.
He has not made a single appearance on the mound this season.
Kim is scheduled to undergo surgery on June 30 at the Tokyo Sports Clinic in Tokyo, Japan.
The KIA club stated, "We will spare no support for his treatment and rehabilitation so that he can return to the mound in good health."
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