Washington Nationals Pitcher Mason Thompson Undergoing Second Tommy John Surgery
Nationals right-hander Mason Thompson will undergo his second Tommy John surgery, causing him to miss the entire 2024 season and possibly the early part of 2025.
By the Numbers- Thompson has 106 games of MLB experience between the Nationals and Padres
- He has a 4.53 ERA and 17.7% strikeout rate
- His ground ball rate is 51.1%
- Thompson's absence creates an opportunity for young pitchers to showcase their abilities
- The Nats will need to pivot to other options for this year’s bullpen innings
Thompson's surgery is a significant setback for him and the Nationals, impacting the team's pitching options for the upcoming season.
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