Morneau Still in the Hospital

Earlier today PostmanE told you about Justin Morneau's run in with ~~a brick wall~~ Miguel Olivo on Friday night. As a result of the collision, the reigning AL MVP ended up with a bruised lung and a mouth full of blood for his troubles.

Olivo? I don't even think he noticed Morneau hit him, which given how large of a lumberjack Justin is, that's saying something.

Anyway, Morneau will remain in the hospital tonight so that they can run a few more tests on him before letting him go.

Minnesota Twins slugger Justin Morneau is scheduled to undergo another round of X-rays and blood tests as a precaution Sunday before being released from the hospital following treatment for a bruised right lung.

A team spokesman said Morneau is expected to fly home with the team after its weekend series against Florida. He was hurt Friday in a collision with Marlins catcher Miguel Olivo.

It's possible that Morneau will rejoin the Twins lineup next week, but nobody's really all that sure. It isn't very often that a baseball player suffers a bruised lung, so it's not like the Twins have a precedent to work with here.

There is a bit of irony here, however, as it was Morneau who ran over Paul Bako on opening night giving Bako a concussion. Maybe this was just karma's way of setting things straight, be it for the Bako incident, or the way the Twins play in general.

Previously at The FanHouse:
Justin Morneau Might Consider Sliding
Justin Morneau Brings The Pain
Are The Twins Dirty?