Gallen Seeking Second Opinions as Injury Evaluation Continues
Arizona manager Lovullo confirmed Gallen is awaiting additional doctor opinions, a sign the injury situation may be more serious than initially disclosed.
Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo confirmed that Zac Gallen is still being evaluated and is seeking second opinions from additional doctors. The team is withholding further updates until the process is complete. Second opinions in baseball often signal a more serious underlying injury. While Tommy John surgery has not been confirmed, the possibility has not been ruled out.
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