The Arizona Republic reports that Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb

News: The Arizona Republic reports that Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb has started his three-city trip to gather opinions from specialists on his injured shoulder. Webb is seeing doctors in Texas, New York and Alabama. [...]

Webb may need labrum surgery

The Arizona Republic reports that Diamondbacks ace Brandon Webb could need surgery to repair a torn labrum.

Our View: This is an often very dicey procedure for baseball players, and one the D-Backs would love for Webb to avoid. Chris Carpenter and Curt Schilling have both had the surgery and returned to full strength, but Pedro Martinez and Jason Schmidt had it and were never the same again. Regardless of what Webb ends up having done, the fact that this surgery is being discussed at all is not a good sign for his prospects of returning in 2009.

Webb may need labrum surgery

The Arizona Republic reports that Diamondbacks ace Brandon Webb could need surgery to repair a torn labrum.

Our View: This is an often very dicey procedure for baseball players, and one the D-Backs would love for Webb to avoid. Chris Carpenter and Curt Schilling have both had the surgery and returned to full strength, but Pedro Martinez and Jason Schmidt had it and were never the same again. Regardless of what Webb ends up having done, the fact that this surgery is being discussed at all is not a good sign for his prospects of returning in 2009.

Webb (shoulder) will seek three additional opinions before taking

Webb (shoulder) will seek three additional opinions before taking a course of action for treatment, the Arizona Republic reports. [...]

Brandon Webb (right shoulder stiffness) will visit three specialists

Brandon Webb (right shoulder stiffness) will visit three specialists over the next several days to seek more opinions on his ailing shoulder.

Analysis: Webb has consulted with D-backs team physician Michael Lee, although it's unknown what his prognosis was. An MRI exam during the meeting revealed season-ending surgery as a possible route. It's wise to hold onto Webb if you have the roster space until a clear-cut form of treatment is established, as it's still possible the right-hander could return to contribute in '09.

Brandon Webb (right shoulder stiffness) will visit three specialists

Brandon Webb (right shoulder stiffness) will visit three specialists over the next several days to seek more opinions on his ailing shoulder.

Analysis: Webb has consulted with D-backs team physician Michael Lee, although his prognosis has not been revealed. An MRI exam during the meeting revealed season-ending surgery as a possible route. It's wise to hold onto Webb if you have the roster space until a clear-cut form of treatment is established. Still, it's not looking promising that the righty will contribute in '09.

Diamondbacks | Webb to see three specialists

Steve Gilbert, of MLB.com, reports Arizona Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb (shoulder) will visit with three specialists regarding his ailing shoulder over the next several days. A final decision on the next step for Webb should be made by Tuesday, June 30. Season-ending surgery has been mentioned as a possibility.

Webb not committing to surgery just yet

Brandon Webb is scheduled to get three more opinions on his achy right shoulder, according to MLB.com.

Our View: The D-Backs are apparently determined to not let their forsaken 2009 season die. Even if he avoids surgery, he will still likely be out a significant amount of time. Regardless, in terms of fantasy baseball this year, Brandon Webb is probably done.

Brandon Webb will visit with three more specialists about his

Brandon Webb will visit with three more specialists about his ailing shoulder. Webb has been out with a sore shoulder since Opening Day that just hasn't improved. [...]

Webb hitting road to get more opinions

Brandon Webb is embarking on a three-state trip to visit three sought-after physicians as he continues to seek opinions regarding his ailing shoulder.

Brandon Webb is still weighing his options on how to treat his

Brandon Webb is still weighing his options on how to treat his shoulder. "We're going through the information with the doctors," manager A.J. [...]

Webb may need season-ending surgery

Brandon Webb's latest MRI exam revealed season-ending surgery as an option. The D-backs ace is seeking a second opinion before making a decision.

Analysis: Webb previously treated the ailing shoulder with rest and strengthening exercises. Season-ending surgery is an option this time around. "It's a definite possibility," D-backs manager A.J. Hinch said. "You can't rule anything out at this point. We've got to find a way to alleviate the pain. That's what the doctors are paid for. They'll give their opinions. He and I and the rest of this organization will come together and come with a plan of treatment." The 2006 National League Cy Young Award winner has been on the disabled list since April 13, retroactive to April 7, because of the shoulder.

Diamondbacks | Shoulder surgery looking likely for Webb

The Arizona Republic's Nick Piecoro reports Arizona Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb (shoulder) underwent a second MRI on his right shoulder Tuesday, June 23, and surgery appears likely. Webb is expected to seek a second opinion, but one possibility is to repair his labrum. That procedure would require a nine-month rehab process.

Surgery looking more likely for Webb

Shoulder surgery is now likely for injured Diamondbacks ace Brandon Webb, according to the Arizona Republic.

Our View: The results of his MRI on Tuesday suggest that Webb might need surgery to repair a torn labrum, a procedure that would require nine months of recovery time. Webb has made only one start in 2009, and it now appears likely it will be the only one he makes this season.

Webb (shoulder) will seek a second opinion on his shoulder,

Webb (shoulder) will seek a second opinion on his shoulder, but one course of treatment appears to be surgery to repair his labrum, the Arizona Republic reports. [...]

According to the Arizona Republic, shoulder surgery is "looking

According to the Arizona Republic, shoulder surgery is "looking likely" for ace right-hander Brandon Webb. Webb underwent a second MRI Tuesday and met later in the day with both GM Josh Byrnes and team physician Dr. [...]

The Arizona Republic reports that Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb,

News: The Arizona Republic reports that Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb, who had an MRI on his injured shoulder Tuesday and met with Dr. Michael Lee, will get a second opinion later this week. "We met and discussed options," GM Josh Byrnes said. "Everyone wants to be sure he takes the right course of action." Season-ending labrum surgery is still an option for Webb. [...]

Tangled Webb

Brandon Webb may miss the rest of the season.  Nothing good comes from drafting a top pitcher.  Nothing, I tell you.  I own Peavy in two leagues, so I’m right there with youse.  Remind next year to revert back to not drafting starters in the first five rounds.  Actually, next year you probably will be [...]

The Diamondbacks are still trying to determine if Brandon Webb

The Diamondbacks are still trying to determine if Brandon Webb (shoulder) will pitch again this season. Webb underwent a second MRI Tuesday, but the results haven't been released. [...]

Webb had an MRI exam on his shoulder Tuesday and was evaluated

Webb had an MRI exam on his shoulder Tuesday and was evaluated by team doctor Michael Lee to determine the next course of action. The 2006 National League Cy Young Award winner has been on the disabled list since April 13, retroactive to April 7, because of the shoulder. He began to experience discomfort during Spring Training and made one start before going on the DL. The club is uncertain if Webb will return this season. "It's hard to say," manager A.J. Hinch said. "At this point, I don't think it's fair until we find out everything about the situation before we talk about this year." Before Tuesday's matchup against the Rangers, Webb said he could have an update after the game.

The Diamondbacks are still trying to determine if Brandon Webb

The Diamondbacks are still trying to determine if Brandon Webb (shoulder) will pitch again this season. Webb underwent a second MRI Tuesday, but the results haven't been released. [...]

Webb (shoulder) will have yet another MRI on his troublesome

Webb (shoulder) will have yet another MRI on his troublesome shoulder Tuesday, the Associated Press reports. He also plans to meet with the team doctor. [...]

D-backs unsure if Webb will pitch in '09

The D-backs are still trying to determine if starter Brandon Webb's right shoulder will be healthy enough for him to pitch this season.

Arizona ace Brandon Webb will have another MRI on his sore right

News: Arizona ace Brandon Webb will have another MRI on his sore right shoulder Tuesday, and he said he planned to meet with team Dr. Michael Lee. Webb, the 2006 NL Cy Young Award winner, hasn't pitched since opening day. After Webb's shoulder bothered him while playing catch on flat ground in Kansas City last week, the club canceled a bullpen session for later in the week and he returned to Phoenix with his comeback in doubt. On Tuesday, Webb deflected reporters' questions before the game, saying that he preferred to talk after he had met with doctors. "His health's priority No. 1," Hinch said. "Him pitching in 2009 is a distant second until we know about him physically." [...]

Time to drop Webb?From ESPN.com's Christopher Harris: "The

Time to drop Webb?From ESPN.com's Christopher Harris: "The idea that Webb will return to the majors around the All-Star break is officially laughable; it's not going to be a shock to hear that he needs some kind of surgery in the next few days. If I own him in a fantasy league, I'm still holding onto him (on my bench) for the next few days to hear the results of the latest test. But the waiver wire might not be far away."Sixty Feet, Six InchesTue, Jun 23 [...]

The Arizona Republic reports that Brandon Webb's troublesome

News: The Arizona Republic reports that Brandon Webb's troublesome shoulder will require more tests and maybe even surgery which would put him out for the season. General Manager Josh Byrnes said Webb was sent back to Phoenix and was scheduled to undergo an MRI exam on Friday to determine whether there is more structurally wrong with his shoulder than Webb and the club initially believed. "It's a little bit of a puzzler," Byrnes said. "We have a decent handle structurally on what's in there ... These symptoms are related to a muscle outside the joint. They've been persistent, and we haven't been able to resolve them." [...]

Webb (shoulder) was scheduled for another MRI on Friday, the

Webb (shoulder) was scheduled for another MRI on Friday, the Arizona Republic reports. [...]

Diamondbacks | Webb could require surgery

Nick Piecoro, of The Arizona Republic, reports Arizona Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb (shoulder) was sent for an MRI exam Friday, June 19, and might require surgery. His MRI results will be examined next week and he is likely to seek a second opinion.

This was not the news Webb owners wanted to hear. It was thought

This was not the news Webb owners wanted to hear. It was thought that rest and strengthening would take care of Webb's shoulder discomfort, but each time he has tried to take a step toward getting on the mound, the pain continued to halt his progress. The 2006 National League Cy Young Award winner was scheduled to throw his first bullpen session off a mound Friday, but while playing catch Thursday, his shoulder did not feel good, and the team immediately sent him to Phoenix for further examination.

Diamondbacks | Webb to visit with doctor next week

The Associated Press reports Arizona Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb (shoulder) will not see a doctor until sometime next week.

Webb back home for MRI on shoulder

Brandon Webb was scheduled to undergo an MRI test in Phoenix on Friday as the team tries to determine what exactly is wrong with his right shoulder and whether he will be able to pitch again this season.

D-backs docs will assess RHP Webb next week

Three-time All-Star Brandon Webb remains at home in Phoenix with pain in his pitching shoulder and won't see a Diamondbacks team doctor until after Father's Day.

Three-time All-Star Brandon Webb remains back home in Phoenix

News: Three-time All-Star Brandon Webb remains back home in Phoenix with pain in his pitching shoulder and won't see a Diamondbacks team doctor until after Father's Day. Manager A.J. Hinch said Friday the 22-game winner last year was sent home from Arizona's ongoing road trip instead of waiting until doctors were available next week to clear his mind because "this is a pretty emotional time to have pain in his shoulder." Hinch noted how long and hard Webb has worked in rehabilitation. [...]

Webb receives MRI

Updating an earlier report, Brandon Webb received an MRI on his injured right shoulder Friday, according to the Arizona Republic.

Our View: Webb has not shown much improvement in his recovery, and the Diamondbacks fear that he may have a problem with a tendon or ligament - which could require surgery. We will keep you posted on the ace hurler's status, and he should remain stashed on fantasy rosters for now.

Webb receives MRI

Updating an earlier report, Brandon Webb received an MRI on his injured right shoulder Friday, according to the Arizona Republic.

Our View: Webb has not shown much improvement in his recovery, and the Diamondbacks fear that he may have a problem with a tendon or ligament - which could require surgery. We will keep you posted on the ace hurler's status.

Brandon Webb had an MRI taken on his ailing shoulder. Arizona's

Brandon Webb had an MRI taken on his ailing shoulder. Arizona's team doctor is out of town for the weekend, so the results may not be known until Monday. [...]

Webb '09 return becoming more doubtful

The setback that caused Brandon Webb's Friday bullpen session to be canceled has cast doubt with the Diamondbacks that the ace righty will pitch again this season, according to the Arizona Republic.

Our View: It's certainly beginning to look that way, and you would be well-served to have a backup plan to Webb riding in on a white horse and saving your season.

Webb's setback during a throwing session has cast doubt on whether

Webb's setback during a throwing session has cast doubt on whether he'll return to the mound for Arizona this season, the Arizona Republic reports. [...]

Webb '09 return becoming more doubtful

The setback that caused Brandon Webb's Friday bullpen session to be canceled has cast doubt with the Diamondbacks that the ace righty will pitch again this season, according to the Arizona Republic.

Our View: It's certainly beginning to look that way, and you would be well-served to have a backup plan to Webb riding in on a white horse and saving your season.

Diamondbacks | Webb has pen session cancelled, to be examined

Diamondbacks.MLB.com's Steve Gilbert reports Arizona Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb (shoulder) had his bullpen session cancelled Friday, June 19, and has been sent to Phoenix to have his right shoulder re-examined.

Diamondbacks ace Brandon Webb had another setback Thursday and

News: Diamondbacks ace Brandon Webb had another setback Thursday and was flying back to Phoenix to have his ailing shoulder examined again. Webb, a 22-game winner last year, made only one start this season before going on the disabled list April 13 with a sore shoulder. His shoulder bothered him Thursday while playing catch on a flat ground. Webb was scheduled to throw a bullpen session Friday in Seattle, but that was canceled. "He's sore," Diamondbacks manager A.J. Hinch said after the 12-5 victory over Kansas City. "He went back to Phoenix to get it evaluated. He didn't feel very good today. It's a bad sign for us. We were so positive about where he was in his rehabilitation, so we'll need to get further tests, have him see our doctors and have him reevaluated." [...]

The righty had been playing catch on the side and tossing bullpen

The righty had been playing catch on the side and tossing bullpen sessions on flat ground. Friday was to be Webb's first session off a mound. He left the team in Kansas City to travel back to Phoenix. Stay tuned.

Webb's (shoulder) bullpen session scheduled for Friday has been

Webb's (shoulder) bullpen session scheduled for Friday has been canceled, the Diamondback's official site reports. [...]

D-Backs scuttle Webb bullpen session

Brandon Webb's scheduled Friday bullpen session has been canceled due to a setback, according to MLB.com.

Our View: Webb apparently "didn't feel good" when throwing on the side on Thursday. If it wasn't already, Webb's 2009 is really beginning to resemble a lost season. You should probably move on to plan B if you were counting on him saving your own season.

Brandon Webb's (shoulder) Friday bullpen session has been canceled

Brandon Webb's (shoulder) Friday bullpen session has been canceled due to a setback. Webb has been sidelined since Opening Day with a shoulder injury, but was throwing from flat ground lately and was to step up his rehab to his first mound session Friday. [...]

D-backs cancel Webb's bullpen session

The D-backs have cancelled Brandon Webb's bullpen session scheduled for Friday and have sent the right-hander back to Phoenix.

Webb (shoulder) will throw off a mound for the first time since

Webb (shoulder) will throw off a mound for the first time since April on Friday, the Arizona Republic reports. [...]

Diamondbacks | Webb set for pen session

The Arizona Republic's Nick Piecoro reports Arizona Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb (shoulder) is scheduled for a bullpen session Friday, June 19.

Webb threw a side session on flat ground Tuesday at Kauffman

Webb threw a side session on flat ground Tuesday at Kauffman Stadium before batting practice and said afterwards that he expects to get on the mound for a bullpen session June 19. Webb has not pitched since Opening Day and the club has been extra cautious with his rehab since he suffered a bit of a setback when he tried to hurry his return in late April. Mathmatically it's probably still possible for Webb to make it back before the All-Star Break, but it seems far more likely that it will come sometime soon after.

The Arizona Republic reports that Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb

News: The Arizona Republic reports that Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb (shoulder) will throw off a mound Friday in Seattle. [...]

Webb finally ready for bullpen session

Brandon Webb will throw a bullpen session this Friday according to the Arizona Republic. It will be his first bullpen session since going on the disabled list in April with a right shoulder injury.

Our View: It is still unclear just when the Diamondbacks injured ace will be back, and it would not be wise to count on him saving your season if you've had him stashed on your DL. There's no telling how effective he will be in 2009 after the injury and long layoff.

Brandon Webb is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Friday.

Brandon Webb is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Friday. Webb has been out since late April with a shoulder issue. "It’s been pretty good," he said. [...]

The Arizona Republic reports that Brandon Webb could throw his

News: The Arizona Republic reports that Brandon Webb could throw his first bullpen session this weekend since going on the disabled list. Webb (shoulder) has thrown multiple flat-ground sessions in the past 10 days. [...]

The Diamondbacks hope that Webb (shoulder) can throw his first

The Diamondbacks hope that Webb (shoulder) can throw his first bullpen session since landing on the disabled list by this weekend, according to the Arizona Republic. [...]

Webb to throw bullpen session this weekend

Injured ace Brandon Webb is scheduled to throw his first bullpen session since going on the disabled list in April with right shoulder bursitis this weekend according to the Arizona Republic.

Our View: The Diamondbacks are hoping Webb can be back in the rotation sometime around the All-Star break, but there has been no clear cut indication of when he might actually be back. Frustrated Webb owners will just have to keep holding on to the dominant righty. He could be a candidate to trade around the time he is activated, since there is no telling how effective he will be this season, or if he might get hurt again immediately.

Webb was moved to the 60-day DL to clear a space on the 40-man

Webb was moved to the 60-day DL to clear a space on the 40-man roster for Blaine Boyer, the Arizona Republic reports. [...]

Arizona SP Brandon Webb will begin throwing off a mound soon,

News: Arizona SP Brandon Webb will begin throwing off a mound soon, but the club has no timetable for his return to the rotation. Webb, who has tightness in his right shoulder, has made only one start in 2009. [...]

Diamondbacks | Webb update

Diamondbacks.MLB.com's Steve Gilbert reports Arizona Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb (shoulder) will throw another session off of flat ground Tuesday, June 9. He could throw off a mound Friday, June 12.

Petit throws two scoreless in rehab game

Diamondbacks' righty Yusmeiro Petit threw two scoreless innings during his rehab assignment for Triple-A Reno on Monday, according to the Arizona Republic. Petit has been out since early May with a strained shoulder.

Our View: Petit is coming along slowly, as he has missed a month with his injury so far. He struggled after taking over for ace Brandon Webb in the D-Backs' rotation, so the team will make sure he is 100 percent before bringing him back.

Webb progressing

Brandon Webb is progressing in his recovery from right shoulder bursitis, and is aiming at Friday for his first mound session after throwing 40 pitches off flat ground Saturday, according to the Arizona Republic.

Our View: This is encouraging, and the ace hurler shall patiently remain stashed on fantasy rosters. He is still a few weeks from returning to Arizona.

Webb (shoulder) is now targeting Friday for his first mound

Webb (shoulder) is now targeting Friday for his first mound session after throwing 40 pitches from flat ground on Saturday afternoon, the Arizona Republic reports. [...]

Brandon Webb (shoulder) is hoping to throw a bullpen session

Brandon Webb (shoulder) is hoping to throw a bullpen session next week. Webb looked great in another flat-ground workout on Saturday afternoon. "The last 10 (pitches) I cranked it up a little bit and I felt like I was throwing fairly hard," he said. [...]

Webb (shoulder) threw a flat-ground bullpen session on Wednesday,

Webb (shoulder) threw a flat-ground bullpen session on Wednesday, while he could throw from a mound as early as Tuesday, the D-Backs' official site reports. [...]

Webb throws without problems

Brandon Webb reported no problems with his injured shoulder following a flat ground bullpen session on Wednesday. However, the starter is still weeks away from rejoining the rotation. He said it is possible that he throws off of a mound on Tuesday. He has been on the DL since his opening day start and hopes to be back before the all-star break in July.

Our View: Yes, he is still weeks away from returning from shoulder bursitis. His continued absence is surely costing his fantasy owners, but we still maintain hope that he will return to his excellent form that he has displayed over the past few seasons.

Diamondbacks | Webb throws bullpen Wednesday

Steve Gilbert, of MLB.com, reports Arizona Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb (shoulder) threw a bullpen session on flat ground Wednesday, June 3, but is still weeks away from returning. He will attempt to throw from 165 to 170 feet Saturday, June 6, and then throw another flat-ground session. It is possible that Webb could be throwing off a mound next week.

Brandon Webb (shoulder) reported no problems after throwing

Brandon Webb (shoulder) reported no problems after throwing a bullpen session on flat ground Wednesday. "It's not 100 percent yet, but it's getting better," Webb said. [...]

The Arizona Republic reports that Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb

News: The Arizona Republic reports that Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb will continue to throw on flat ground Wednesday, and could throw his first bullpen session during the team's trip to San Diego this weekend. "I feel like I'm progressing, finally," he said. "It took awhile to get there, but I feel like we're moving forward." [...]

Webb (shoulder) threw 30 pitches from flat ground on Saturday

Webb (shoulder) threw 30 pitches from flat ground on Saturday and hopes to throw a bullpen session this weekend in San Diego, the Arizona Republic reports. [...]

Diamondbacks | Webb update

The Arizona Republic's Nick Piecoro reports Arizona Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb (shoulder) threw 30 pitches off flat ground Saturday, May 30, and hopes to throw a bullpen session this weekend.

Webb making progress

According to the Arizona Republic, Brandon Webb is making progress in his recovery from right shoulder bursitis. Webb threw a flat-ground session on Saturday, is scheduled to throw another on Wednesday, and if all goes well he is scheduled to throw a bullpen session this weekend.

Our View: Webb has said that he wants to be back before the All-Star break, and right now it looks like he is on pace to do so. Owners need to keep monitoring his progress through all of these sessions, but you should have him back at some point in the next several weeks.

Brandon Webb (shoulder) is scheduled for a flat-ground pitching

Brandon Webb (shoulder) is scheduled for a flat-ground pitching session on Wednesday morning. Webb had a similar workout Saturday and everything went smoothly. [...]