sportingnews.com - 10/17/2009
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports Braves catcher Brian McCann had a second Lasik eye surgery Friday.
Early in the 2009 season, McCann battled dry eyes and blurred vision because of his contacts. He hit only .195 in April and needed a stint on the disabled list. When eye drops didn't work effectively, he chose to wear glasses while playing.
McCann hit .281 with 21 homers and a career-high 94 RBIs in ...
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Brian McCann eyes underwent a second surgery:
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports Braves catcher Brian McCann had a second Lasik eye surgery Friday.
Early in the 2009 season, McCann battled dry eyes and blurred vision because of his contacts. He hit only .195 in April and needed a stint on the disabled list. When eye drops didn’t work effectively, he chose to wear glasses while playing.
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