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Calvin Watkins, ESPN Staff Writer 10y

Shin-Soo Choo to have ankle surgery

MLB, Texas Rangers

Texas Rangers left fielder Shin-Soo Choo will undergo surgery Wednesday on his left ankle for a cartilage tear.

Choo has said for the majority of the season he didn't need surgery, but after further evaluations it was determined he needed a procedure.

Choo underwent minor surgery on Aug. 29 to remove a bone spur in his left elbow, ending his season. Choo said he was dealing with the elbow problem since the start of the season. He injured his ankle during a game in April and said he should have gone on the disabled list then.

He tried to play through the elbow and ankle injuries and his play suffered.

Choo, in 123 games, had a slash line of .242/.340./.374. Choo's batting average, on base percentage and slugging percentage are below his career average. After his ankle surgery, Choo can begin running in six-to-eight weeks.

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