Retirement A Possibility For Sheffield

Right Field Bleachers found this 4/25/2008 on www.mlbtraderumors.com [flag]

Because of shoulder woes, 39 year-old DH Gary Sheffield hasn't hit well since July of last year. He's an elite slugger when he's on but terrible when he's off. In the midst of a third cortisone shot, Sheffield suggested that retirement is not out of the question. He's dealing with all kinds of pain and won't undergo another surgery. Retirement sounds like a ... [link]

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In the News: Former Brewers Edition
Published 4/25/2008 by Tyler at Right Field Bleachers
... -Gary Sheffield is considering retirement: In a fitting twist of karma, the 39-year-old has battled injuries all season. He is refusing surgery, so his options are running out. Gary, if you're reading this - please retire and stay as far as you can from baseball. ...

Saturday's Frosty Mug
Published 4/26/2008 by KLSnow at Brew Crew Ball: Front Page Posts
... would suggest including Tony Gwynn in such a trade, though. The Brewers are up in Minor League Ball's mock draft, and you can go vote on who they should take. Brief Alphabetical Morning Injury Reports: Jermaine Dye was held out of last night's game with a strained groin. Troy Glaus left last night's Cardinals game. He's having difficulty seeing at night. Orioles P Adam Loewen is on the DL with elbow soreness. Gary Sheffield's shoulder problems reportedly have him considering retirement. That's all I've ...

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