[Opinion] Tampa Bay Rays Ace Shane McClanahan Set to See Nerve Specialist As Recovery Continues

Tampa Bay Rays Ace Shane McClanahan Set to See Nerve Specialist As Recovery Continues

Shane McClanahan, who has been managing a nerve issue since spring training, is still working his way through the ailment and has some hurdles left to clear before he can rejoin the Tampa Bay Rays.

Shane McClanahan Pauses Rehab, Seeking Further Opinions On Nerve Issue

The Rays were dealt a frustrating blow this evening, as Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports that southpaw Shane McClanahan has paused his throwing progression and is seeking additional medical opinions on the nerve issue in his triceps that’s kept him sidelined since Spring Training. The decision came after McClanahan was “not feeling 100%” during his first full-distance bullpen session. Manager Kevin Cash described the situation to repor…