One thing he mighta done... he might have fessed up to the FO earlier that his shoulder was killing his swing, that it wasn't just another slow start. But I know that professionals want to play, and will do anything to play.
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Upset?? disappointed would be more accurate and succinct. It wasn't like he wanted to have surgery , recover and go through re-hab for 8 months. He lost a year of his career and yes he got paid but I can guarantee you he would do anything to have not let it happen.