McClellan diagnosed with right lat strain
Kyle McClellan - R - Texas Rangers
March 18, 2013 - 5:05 PM ET
Kyle McClellan has been diagnosed with a strained right lat muscle.
The recovery period for such an injury is typically around 3-4 weeks, according to Fort Worth Star-Telegram reporter Jeff Wilson. It's a costly setback for the 28-year-old right-hander, whose Cactus League debut was delayed due to right shoulder soreness. McClellan was hopeful he could win a spot in the Rangers rotation heading into spring, but this injury guarantees that he'll be sidelined to start the year.
Source: Jeff Wilson on Twitter