Carson Whisenhunt Diagnosed With Torn UCL in Pitching Elbow

Giants left-hander Carson Whisenhunt has been diagnosed with a torn ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in his pitching elbow. Initially placed on the 15-day injured list with a sprain, further evaluation confirmed the tear, which will likely require surgery. This diagnosis represents a significant setback for the Giants' injury-plagued pitching staff. Further updates regarding his long-term recovery timeline are expected as he begins the rehabilitation process.