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Girardi says Wang won't make September return
Girardi says Wang won't make September return
Joe Girardi has ended speculation that injured right-hander Chien-Ming Wang might return in early September, saying that won't happen.
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September return unlikely for Wang
River Avenue Blues — ... After originally expected to return to the rotation in early September, Chien-Ming Wang will now be out until at least October. Joe Girardi has been incredibly optimistic with regards to injuries so far (”Jorge will just need a couple of days”), but he broke the news yesterday. While we all dispise Wang’s replacement, Sid Ponson, don’t forget that ...

Game #110 - Los Angeles Angels @ New York Yankees
Pinstripe Alley — ... WANG NOT EXPECTED BACK:  In case you haven't heard, Joe Girardi admitted yesterday that Chien-Ming Wang is expected to be out for the rest of the regular season although it is possible he could return in October.  ...

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