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Motte likely headed for DL with elbow strain
Jason Motte - R - St Louis Cardinals
March 23, 2013 - 11:10 AM ET

Jason Motte has a "mild strain" in his right elbow and is expected to open the season on the disabled list.

Motte felt stiffness in his elbow after Thursday's Grapefruit League game and an MRI confirmed that he's dealing with a slight tear. The Cardinals don't have a timetable for his return. Mitchell Boggs will handle the majority of save opportunities in Motte's absence and needs to be owned in all eligible fantasy formats.