Felix Doubront

Athletics' Felix Doubront shut down for Tommy John recovery

The Oakland Athletics transferred pitcher Felix Doubront from the 15-day disabled list to the 60-day disabled list.

What It Means:

Doubront underwent Tommy John reconstructive elbow surgery earlier this month. He's done until mid-2017.

Doubront posted a 4.31 xFIP in 75 1/3 innings last season for the Toronto Blue Jays and the Athletics. His 17.1 strikeout percentage was below the league average of 20.4 percent. We had projected Doubront to record a 4.61 ERA and 14.8 strikeout percentage this season, but unfortunately he won't be taking the mound anytime soon.