Garrett Richards Cleared To Start Throwing Program

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Updated: August 16, 2016

According to Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim pitcher Garrett Richards has been cleared to start his throwing program.

Doctors see “significant improvement” in elbow of Garrett Richards and have cleared #Angels RHP to begin throwing today.

— Mike DiGiovanna (@MikeDiGiovanna) August 15, 2016

Pedro Moura of the Times also reported the news.

The Angels announced that Garrett Richards’ latest doctor visit today demonstrated continued improvement. He will start a throwing program.

— Pedro Moura (@pedromoura) August 15, 2016

DiGiovanna of the Times reported further details.

Garrett Richards made 25 throws from 45 feet. #Angels RH felt like first day of spring training. “Crazy how far I’ve come in short time.”

— Mike DiGiovanna (@MikeDiGiovanna) August 15, 2016

Richards appeared in six games this season for the club and posted 2.34 ERA. If things go well Richards may not need Tommy John surgery.

The Angles will continue their series with the Seattle Mariners tonight 7:05 p.m. PST.

As more information surfaces on the Angels and their injury news we will keep you up to date.

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