Bassitt’s Bold Move to Battle Back | MLB News

Chris Bassitt, the Orioles’ pitcher, took a bold step toward recovery by undergoing a rare, non-traditional surgery to remove a bone spur near his spine — a procedure that may make him the first MLB player to undergo it. Struggling with pain that mimicked a lat injury and sidelined since June 8th, Bassitt sought relief when standard treatments failed. With no clear recovery roadmap, the team is navigating this uncharted territory together. Despite his rough season stats and self-described liability status, Bassitt’s upbeat spirit and clubhouse presence remain vital. He’s optimistic about returning before the season ends and reclaiming his role as a team asset. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8000c292b5932edb