Pirates Pitcher Chris Archer Undergoes Hernia Surgery
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PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pirates pitcher Chris Archer has undergone surgery to repair a hernia but should be ready in time for spring training.
The team says Archer had surgery Tuesday after complaining of symptoms during a recent workout. Archer is expected to take six weeks off to recuperate before resuming his offseason program.
Today, Chris Archer underwent a procedure to repair a bilateral hernia.
Recovery time is approximately 6 weeks & it is anticipated that he will be on or close to a regular schedule for the 2019 season.Get well soon, @ChrisArcher22.
— Pirates (@Pirates) November 27, 2018
Pittsburgh acquired Archer from Tampa Bay in a July trade that sent outfielder Austin Meadows and pitcher Tyler Glasnow to the Rays.
Archer went 3-3 with a 4.30 ERA in 10 starts for the Pirates, including a 2-1 mark with a 2.70 ERA in September.
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