MLB Notebook: Liriano returns to Twins' rotation (Today) Aug 2, 2008
Los Angeles made room for recently acquired outfielder Manny Ramirez on the active roster by placing infielder Nomar Garciaparra on the 15-day disabled list because of a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee. Tigers. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Twins add Liriano, drop Hernandez, Monroe Aug 2, 2008
Garciaparra placed on DL: The Dodgers made room for Manny Ramirez on the active roster by placing infielder Nomar Garciaparra on the 15-day disabled list because of a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee. Garciaparra, who had been starting at shortstop, was injured Sunday making a tag while covering third base against the Nationals. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Out of Boston, Ramírez still in la-la land Aug 2, 2008
"(The Globe learned last night that Ram rez lobbied to stay in Boston Thursday afternoon after the deal was done.)Manny was embraced by his new teammates, including old friends Nomar Garciaparra and Derek Lowe.Both ex-Sox were happy to advance the theory that the Boston organization likes to run stars out of town. In a bit of irony, the Dodgers put Garciaparra (strained medial collateral ligament in his left knee) on the disabled list to make room for Manny.In yesterday's Los Angeles Times,... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Jason Johnson Returns With a Bang Jul 31, 2008
Garciaparra Not Alarmed Nomar Garciaparra, out indefinitely with a mild sprain of the medial collateral ligament in his left knee, will resume activities when he can tolerate the pain. Its good to know nothing is structurally wrong, Garciaparra said. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Blake Gets First Hand Feel of Rivalry Jul 30, 2008
They lost their hottest bat in Nomar Garciaparra, who has a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee and after the smoke cleared and the parking lot emptied, Kuroda was found running wind sprints in the outfield ... Nomar Out Indefinitely Garciaparra has a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee, suffered in a play at third base on Sunday. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Garciaparra to rest sprained knee Jul 29, 2008
LOS ANGELES -- Dodgers shortstop Nomar Garciaparra was diagnosed with a grade-one (mild) sprain of the medial collateral ligament of the left knee and was not in the lineup Monday night. Garciaparra, after receiving the results of an MRI, was confident the injury was relatively minor. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Dodgers Inside Pitch - July 8, 2008 Jul 13, 2008
LF Juan Pierre (sprained left medial collateral ligament) went on the 15-day disabled list June 30. He will miss four to six weeks. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Sarah's Take: Dodgers will surge Jul 6, 2008
Most of the injured Dodgers will be returning next week, but they lost Juan Pierre on Sunday, when he sprained his medial collateral ligament. The 30-year-old outfielder will be out for four-to-six weeks, and though Pierre doesn't make many headlines, he still is an important player, giving the Dodgers speed on the bases and in the outfield. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Huntsville teen aces ACT test Jul 4, 2008
He had torn his medial collateral ligament playing soccer, and the doctor had just told him he was out for the rest of the season. "I didn't really care about (the score) right then," Andrew said. (AL.com)
The road to recovery Jul 3, 2008
Her torn medial collateral ligament had been surgically repaired three weeks earlier, while Stiegler's anterior and posterior cruciate ligaments had been stretched. Those ligaments were given "healing response treatment" during surgery, a procedure where small holes are drilled in each ligament to promote blood flow and speed healing. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Heart of gold Jul 2, 2008
Sheller tore the anterior cruciate ligament and medial collateral ligament in his left knee while driving an ATV.. coach announced that junior tailback and senior cornerback wouldn't have their scholarships renewed. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Aztecs get Illini 'big' man Jun 26, 2008
Carlwell suffered from concussion-related problems after being involved in a car accident during his freshman season and was limited to three games last year because of a torn medial collateral ligament ... Carlwell, who says he is 100 percent healthy despite not having surgery for the torn medial collateral ligament, visited SDSU two weeks ago. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Franks called into New Zealand squad for England tests Jun 8, 2008
Afoa, who started at tighthead prop in the 21-11 victory over Ireland on Saturday, was replaced by John Schwalger after 31 minutes after he suffered a tear to the medial collateral ligament in his right knee. Afoa will not require surgery and is expected to be out for up to four weeks. (International Herald Tribune)
Lightning C Halpern Has Successful Surgery Jun 6, 2008
Halpern suffered a complete rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament and a partial rupture of his medial collateral ligament in his right knee in Team USA's loss against Canada at the 2008 World Hockey Championships last month. The procedure was performed in Washington, DC by Dr. Benjamin Shaffer, who did a similar operation on Halpern's left knee in 2002 to repair a torn ACL.. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Page perseveres against all odds May 28, 2008
Following surgery and five months of rehabilitation, she was playing for Leesville Road when she jumped to head a ball and landed awkwardly, tearing her medial collateral ligament. Following surgery for the MCL and ligament damage and more rehabilitation, she was practicing with her club team, the CASL 89 Elite, when she tore her ACL again, jeopardizing her senior season. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Vikings Waive DE Erasmus James May 27, 2008
After his rookie season with the Vikings, he suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament and medial collateral ligament in the second game of the 2006 season that put him on injured reserve and required surgery. After slowly working his way back during the 2007 season, he suffered another torn ACL in the 11th game of the 2007 season, ending that season with another surgery required. (VikingUpdate.com)
Third & Short for May 26 May 26, 2008
The Rockies had already put Clint Barmes and Brad Hawpe on the disabled list Saturday, after Barmes sprained the medial collateral ligament in his right knee Friday night. Hawpe has been bothered by a sore right hamstring. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
BASEBALL NOTEBOOK Roughed up Rockies put Barmes, Hawpe on DL May 25, 2008
Barmes sprained the medial collateral ligament in his right knee when New York's Jose Reyes slid into him at second base during the 10th inning of the Rockies 6-5, 13-inning win Friday night. An MRI exam Saturday revealed the extent of Barmes' injury. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Barmes, Hawpe placed on DL May 25, 2008
Barmes suffered a sprained medial collateral ligament in his right knee on Friday night, when the Mets' Jose Reyes slid into him during the 10th inning of the Rockies' 6-5 victory. The Rockies called up outfielder Seth Smith, who played right field and went 0-for-4 on Saturday, and third baseman Ian Stewart from Triple-A Colorado Springs. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
Mount Ida's Matt Phinney is a natural in the boxing ring May 18, 2008
Through his boxing career, Phinney has hyper-extended both elbows, broken his nose, torn the medial collateral ligament in his knee, popped two ribs on either side, and had four herniated disks in his neck. During the first fight in the amateur Golden Gloves boxing tournament, he broke his hand, but that didn't stop him. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Rivers, L.T. Answer Critics at Mini Camp May 14, 2008
To that end, Chargers fans were ecstatic to see Tomlinson out making cuts and turning corners during the recent minicamp, showing no signs of the sprained medial collateral ligament which sidelined him that frigid day in New England. Along with Tomlinson practicing during minicamp was quarterback. (ChargersUpdate.com)
Lightning C Halpern Out Indefinitely With Rupture Of Acl May 8, 2008
Halpern traveled to Washington, DC and met with Dr. Benjamin Shaffer for an evaluation, which revealed the 32-year-old also suffered a Grade III injury to the medial collateral ligament and a small tear to the lateral meniscus. Dr. Shaffer and the Lightning medical staff have recommended that Halpern wait four-to-six weeks for the MCL injury to heal before undergoing surgery to repair the ACL rupture. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Lightning's Halpern ruptures right ACL at worlds May 8, 2008
Halpern also sprained the medial collateral ligament and suffered a small tear to the lateral meniscus during the United States' 5-4 loss to Canada in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Tuesday. Lightning general manager Jay Feaster said doctors recommended Halpern wait 4 to 6 weeks to allow the MCL to heal before undergoing reconstructive surgery on the ACL. The operation will require an additional 5 to 6 months recovery time. (ESPN -- NHL)
Door opens at baseball's Hall for new president Apr 20, 2008
" Trumping the acesIn winning nine of 15 games to begin the year, the surprising Marlins have done their best work against some of the NL's top pitchers. The combined numbers vs. Florida for Johan Santana, Pedro Mart nez, Roy Oswalt, and Tim Hudson: 1-2, 9.34 ERA. Three of the four did not go beyond four innings. In 17 1/3 innings total, the Marlins have 22 hits and 18 earned runs against those aces, slugging eight home runs and winning three of the four games.Fallen AngelsThe Angels have a... (Boston Globe)
Lee follows sister's painful footsteps Apr 17, 2008
" As a freshman, Lee missed almost a month because of a partial tear of his medial collateral ligament. He admits it will be tough being on the sideline when the Nittany Lions kick off their regular season Aug. 30 against Coastal Carolina at Beaver Stadium. "Come that point, I'll bet you my knee is going to feel pretty good and feel like I can run a little bit," Lee said, laughing. "There's going to come a point where, maybe if we're struggling a little bit, I am going to want to run in the... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Second Scrimmage Set for Saturday Apr 12, 2008
Senior tailback , who hurt his left knee on Wednesday, has been confirmed with a sprained medial collateral ligament. Dixon will miss the remainder of spring practice, but should be ready to resume activity in about three weeks. (BigBlueNation.com)
NBA notebook: Bucks rookie done for season Apr 6, 2008
Milwaukee rookie forward Yi Jianlian will miss the final eight games of the regular season with a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee. The Bucks made the announcement Friday night before their game against the Indiana Pacers. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Yao is seeking Chinese treatment Apr 5, 2008
Yao's countryman, Milwaukee Bucks rookie forward Yi Jianlian, will miss the final eight games of the regular season with a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee, but his coach, Larry Krystkowiak, was optimistic Yi, 20, would be ready for the Olympics. Trail Blazers swingman Martell Webster will miss tomorrow's game against San Antonio with an irregular heartbeat. (Boston Globe)
Red Wings lose Kopecky to injury for 4-6 months Apr 5, 2008
Kopecky is out four to six months after partially tearing his left anterior cruciate ligament and spraining a medial collateral ligament in Thursday's 3-2 victory against Columbus. After waiting two weeks for the swelling to subside, the 26-year-old forward will have reconstructive surgery. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Three Lakers combine for 81 to beat Mavs Apr 5, 2008
Yi done: Bucks rookie forward Yi Jianlian will miss the final eight games of the regular season with a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee. Yao traditional. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
MCL tear shelves Wings' Kopecky for playoffs Apr 5, 2008
DETROIT (AP) -- forward will miss the playoffs after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament and spraining the medial collateral ligament in a knee. Kopecky limped off the ice in the second period Thursday after having his legs taken out from under him in a collision with Columbus. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Hornets wrestle away playoff spot Apr 5, 2008
NOTESYI TO MISS REST OF REGULAR SEASON: Milwaukee Bucks rookie forward Yi Jianlian will miss the final eight games of the regular season with a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee. The Bucks made the announcement Friday night before their game against the Indiana Pacers. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Galaxy's Ruiz out 4-6 weeks after knee surgery Apr 2, 2008
Ruiz tore the meniscus and sprained the medial collateral ligament in his right knee during the Galaxy's Major League Soccer season-opening 4-0 loss at Colorado on Saturday. He returned to the Galaxy in January after being traded from FC Dallas. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Nowitzki hopes he's out just 1-2 weeks Mar 25, 2008
Bucks guard Charlie Bell tore the medial collateral ligament in his right knee during Saturday's win over Cleveland and will miss at least two weeks, breaking a string of 191 consecutive appearances dating to the 2005-06 season. Football 49ers forfeit draft pick for tampering The San Francisco 49ers have forfeited their fifth-round pick in next month's NFL draft after commissioner Roger Goodell deemed them guilty of tampering with Chicago linebacker Lance Briggs. (Boston Globe)
Bucks' Bell out two weeks with right knee injury Mar 25, 2008
Dave Babcock, Milwaukee's director of player personnel, said Bell tore the medial collateral ligament in the knee during Saturday's win over Cleveland. After two weeks of rest, Bell's knee will be re-evaluated by Bucks orthopedic physician Dr. John Heinrich. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Feeling like a new Manny Mar 16, 2008
Fernandez, who had popped the medial collateral ligament in his left knee three times during the previous season, believed (foolishly, in hindsight) that with a change in technique, he could keep his injury at bay while remaining a battle-ready NHL goalie. But when pucks started whizzing past him during training camp, Fernandez first started to acknowledge that even the slightest adjustment to protect his knee was opening up a shooting area for big-league gunners. (Boston Globe)
Back tearing it up Mar 6, 2008
He had torn not one, but three of the four major ligaments in his left knee: The anterior cruciate ligament, the lateral collateral ligament, and the medial collateral ligament. He also ripped one of two menisci, the cartilage that cushions the knee joint. (Boston Globe)
Hagen Named A Finalist For V Foundation Comeback Award Mar 5, 2008
" The 2008 recipient will be selected by an eight-member sub-committee of The V Foundation Board of Directors. Past recipients of the award are Purdue's Katie Douglas (2001), Western Michigan's Kristin Koetsier (2002), Arizona State's Justin Allen (2003), Texas' Jamie Carey (2004), Washington's Kayla Burt (2005), Western Washington's Grant Dykstra (2006), and the United States Military Academy Women's Basketball Team (2007). 2008 V Foundation Comeback Award Finalists Jermaine Bishop, JR,... (Uncbears.com)
Griffin Out Until Postseason Mar 3, 2008
On Jan. 14, Griffin sustained a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee with 15:10 left in the first half at. He missed the remainder of that contest, as well as OU's next game against. (OUInsider.com)
As hoped, Hossa to miss about a week Mar 1, 2008
Hockey There were sighs of relief in Pittsburgh yesterday when the Penguins learned that five-time All-Star Marian Hossa suffered only a first-degree sprain of the medial collateral ligament in his right knee and will miss only about a week. The Slovakian sharpshooter, acquired from Atlanta at the trade deadline Tuesday, collided with Glen Murray 13 shifts into his debut with the Penguins against the Bruins Thursday, and after the game was hopeful the injury wasn't serious. (Boston Globe)
Comeback kid Mar 1, 2008
But he broke his right foot and sprained the medial collateral ligament in his left knee before his first season at Louisville. Padgett had surgery on both knees at the end of that season. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Detroit's Lidstrom to undergo MRI on injured knee Feb 20, 2008
By Kevin Allen, USA TODAY Detroit Red Wings defenseman will have an MRI scan Wednesday to confirm the diagnosis that he suffered a sprained medial collateral ligament in his knee and will be out for about a week. "The initial report from the Colorado doctor was that it was a minor MCL strain," Detroit general manager Ken Holland said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Future is bright for young Cobras Feb 19, 2008
"She's been playing the second half with a torn (anterior cruciate ligament) and (medial collateral ligament)," Clive said. "That's a tough kid right there. She wanted to play through the season. "Now, she's going to have surgery on it and get ready for next year. (The Palm Beach Post)
Chargers Expect to Bounce Back in '08 Feb 18, 2008
The team initially described his injury as a sprained medial collateral ligament but it was later revealed that the ACL was torn. Rivers first underwent an operation two days after the injury, a procedure designed to give him a chance at playing in the AFC Championship Game. (ChargersUpdate.com)
WBB | Team historian: Tracy Harbut knows how far SU has come over her 5-year career Feb 12, 2008
After she tore the right medial collateral ligament, partially tore the posterior cruciate ligament and fractured a bone in her right knee during a practice in October 2006, Harbut redshirted her senior season. But by the end of the academic year, she had enough credits to graduate with a degree in health and exercise science. (Daily Orange, NY)
Louisville finding its way at right time Feb 11, 2008
Juan Palacios, a 6-8 forward, missed the first nine games after tearing the medial collateral ligament in his right knee on the second day of practice in October. Freshman Clarence Holloway, a 7-1 center, had open-heart surgery in September and should return next season. (USA Today -- Sports)
No. 6 Stanford Tops Santa Clara Feb 8, 2008
The senior guard tore the anterior cruciate ligament and medial collateral ligament in her right knee and sustained a leg fracture when she went up for a layin and her leg buckled. She was using crutches and will have surgery sometime next week. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
No. 6 Stanford Overpowers Santa Clara, 96-74 Feb 6, 2008
The senior guard tore the anterior cruciate ligament and medial collateral ligament in her right knee and sustained a leg fracture when she went up for a layin and her leg buckled in a collision with a defender. She was using crutches and will have surgery sometime next week. (Gostanford.com)
Beckham begins training for Major League Soccer Feb 5, 2008
Beckham then sustained a sprained medial collateral ligament in his right knee in the Aug. 29 Super Liga final against the Mexican team Pachuca and didn't play again until an Oct. 18 MLS game against the New York Red Bulls. By the time the MLS season ended Oct. 21 with the Galaxy failing to qualify for the playoffs for the second consecutive season, Beckham had missed twice as many games, 16, as he played. (Xinhuanet, China)
Beckham says he feels great now Feb 5, 2008
Beckham then sustained a sprained medial collateral ligament in his right knee in the Aug. 29 SuperLiga final against the Mexican team Pachuca and didn't play again until an Oct. 18 MLS game against the New York Red Bulls. The Galaxy will begin 2008 play Feb. 20 by facing Gamba Osaka of Japan's J-League in the Pan-Pacific Championship in Honolulu. (Xinhuanet, China)
Baylor's Player out for rest of year with torn ACL Feb 4, 2008
In addition to the ACL tear, Player sprained her medial collateral ligament. Baylor said Player would undergo ACL reconstruction surgery later. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
Jhasmin Player Sidelined by Knee Injury Feb 4, 2008
WACO, Texas - Junior guard suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and sprained medial collateral ligament (MCL) in her left knee during the Lady Bears' 63-49 win at Kansas State on Saturday afternoon. The injury occurred with just under 11 minutes remaining in the first half of the Feb. 2 game versus the Wildcats and will force Player to miss the remainder of the 2007-08 season. (Baylorbears.com)
MRI shows Tomlinson damaged knee further vs. Pats Feb 2, 2008
He will require additional time for his sprained medial collateral ligament to heal, though he said surgery is still not required. Tomlinson also said yesterday he will not play in next week's Pro Bowl, his first definitive statement that his knee injury will keep him from making his fifth appearance in the NFL's all-star game. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
LT makes it official: He won't play in Pro Bowl Jan 31, 2008
He had an additional MRI Tuesday and was told he made the tear in his medial collateral ligament worse by playing in the AFC Championship on Jan. 20. Tomlinson, who walked fine but with a slight limp, said he still will not require surgery. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Latest conference news and notes Jan 29, 2008
The 6-foot-10 forward, expected to miss four weeks with a sprained medial collateral ligament he suffered Jan. 14 at Kansas, came back in only 12 days and powered the Sooners to a 77-71 upset over Baylor with 17 points and 15 rebounds in 22 minutes Jan. 26. "I wasn't even going to make the trip until (Jan. 25) before we left," Griffin revealed. (USA Today -- Sports)
Chargers Kicker Kaeding Played 5 Games With Fractured Leg Jan 27, 2008
The team said L.T.'s knee was hyperextended, but Tomlinson said after the loss to the Patriots that he has a sprained medial collateral ligament. He said he won't need surgery. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
NFL-bound Ikegwuonu tears ACL Jan 26, 2008
Training in Florida for the Feb. 20th NFL combine, Ikegwuonu tore an anterior cruciate ligament and injured a medial collateral ligament and kneecap earlier this week. The injury occurred while he was pulling a weighted sled designed to improve his speed. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Roundy brings experience to Pirates Jan 25, 2008
Then in July, Roundy suffered the granddaddy of all sports injuries - he ruptured the medial collateral ligament and anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, an injury that floors most athletes who suffer from it. I didn't think too much of it at first, then reality hit when they said 'You might not play this season,' Roundy said. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Rivers goes under knife Jan 24, 2008
The team initially described his injury as a sprained medial collateral ligament but it was later revealed that the ACL was torn. Rivers first underwent an operation two days after the injury, a procedure designed to give him a chance at playing in last Sunday's AFC Championship Game at New England. (North County Times)
Duquesne Knocks off Bonnies, 83-67 Jan 24, 2008
who bruised the underside of his left kneecap and suffered a mild medial collateral ligament sprain in the same knee during practice on Monday. James had an MRI done late Tuesday which showed no further damage. (Goduquesne.com)
Rivers' knee injury worse than he let onQB played after undergoing secret surgery, will need new ligament Jan 23, 2008
The Chargers had reported Rivers' injury as a sprained medial collateral ligament, a less-severe injury that would not affect Rivers in the same way as a torn ACL. ... Tomlinson aggravated an injury to the medial collateral ligament in his left knee on his first carry of the game, participated in three more plays and then left for good. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Open season on Tomlinson Jan 23, 2008
The injury he sustained in Indianapolis which the team characterized as a hyperextended left knee and Tomlinson says was diagnosed as a sprained medial collateral ligament was aggravated during the Chargers' first series of plays and, oddly enough, did not heal instantaneously. LT left the game before five minutes had elapsed, and watched most of what followed solemnly seated on the sideline. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Rivers to have surgery on torn ACL; no surgery for L.T. Jan 22, 2008
He hurt his left knee against the Colts, with the team saying then it was hyperextended, Tomlinson said after Sunday's game that he has a sprained medial collateral ligament. Tomlinson said he re-injured the knee when he was hit on the first play from scrimmage against the Patriots. (USA Today -- Sports)
Rivers plays after knee surgery Jan 22, 2008
In addition to the sprained medial collateral ligament the team had publicly revealed, Rivers also suffered a completely torn anterior cruciate ligament during the Chargers' playoff victory over the Indianapolis Colts nine days ago. Rivers also said that, in order to be ready for Sunday's game against the Patriots, he had arthroscopic surgery a day after the game in Indianapolis to remove some cartilage from his knee. (North County Times)
Tomlinson finds he must defend self Jan 22, 2008
Sanders criticized Tomlinson for not re-entering such an important game, saying that he would need to have surgery on the knee in order to "get a free pass on this one." Tomlinson will not require surgery for what was actually a sprained medial collateral ligament, something he said he could not have played through. "As a running back, it's way harder to play with an injury like that," Tomlinson said. (North County Times)
