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Jordan Swagerty a 'full-go'
Jordan Swagerty - S - St Louis Cardinals
Jan. 21, 2013 - 2:40 PM ET

Cardinals pitching prospect Jordan Swagerty (elbow) said he's a "full-go" after missing last season following Tommy John surgery.

Swagerty met with the team's medical staff on Sunday in order to gain clearance for a normal approach to spring training, which he received. A 2010 second-round pick, the 23-year-old posted a 1.83 ERA and 89/23 K/BB ratio over 93 2/3 innings in 2011 across three levels. The Cards aren't sure whether he'll be a starter or reliever, but he's one of many interesting arms in the system, regardless of his ultimate role.