Here are three takeaways:
1. Dr. Andrews previously examined Mr. Weigel’s elbow for a possible torn ligament. At this time, Dr. Andrews recommended Tommy John surgery.
2. Mr. Weigel is one of the Braves top pitching prospects and is expected to be active in the 2019 season.
3. Specializing in Tommy John surgery, Dr. Andrews is a founding partner of Gulf Breeze, Fla.-based Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine.
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