Gagne sent to Milwaukee to see doctor

 
The Brewers sent closer Eric Gagne back to Milwaukee on Wednesday for a more thorough explanation of the stiffness in his right shoulder, further stretching an already thin bullpen. Gagne exited Tuesday's win over the Pirates complaining he couldn't get loose and will see head team physician William Raasch on Thursday morning. [link]

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