Tigers lose former Cardinals All-Star infielder to season-ending injury
The Detroit Tigers have lost infielder Paul DeJong for the season due to a hamstring injury. DeJong underwent surgery and has been placed on the injured list at Triple-A Toledo. This marks a second consecutive season affected by injuries for the veteran player.
- ▪Paul DeJong underwent hamstring surgery and is out for the season.
- ▪He was recently signed by the Tigers after opting out of his contract with the New York Yankees.
- ▪DeJong previously had a season marred by injuries, missing over two months last year.
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