Report: Gavin Dugas Likely To Miss Eight Weeks With Torn Ligament In His Thumb

It is believed that LSU freshman first baseman Gavin Dugas has a torn ligament in his thumb and will need to have surgery, keeping him out up to eight weeks.

The injury happened when Dugas slid headfirst into second base vs. Bryant last Sunday. Per The Advocate:

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Mainieri said Wednesday night the doctor believes after reviewing the results of the test Dugas tore the ligament. A radiologist will look at the MRI results to give a second opinion.

A torn ligament will require surgery, preventing Dugas from playing for as many as eight weeks.

"We haven't heard back from the other doctor yet," Mainieri said Wednesday night. "I'd say it's 98 percent sure."

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