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Indians closer Kerry Wood has been on the disabled list quite a few times in his career. He seems to be a bit snakebitten on that front, as he's a strong person with a good work ethic. He just can't seem to stay healthy for full seasons. Even in his rebirth as a closer in 2008, Wood had a DL stint midseason. And it appears 2010 isn't going to be much different for Wood. He has reportedly suffered a strained right lat muscle and will miss six to eight weeks. So the best-case scenario for Wood is that he'll be back at the start of May -- but odds are he's looking at mid-to-late May, if not June.
Wood saved 20 games for the Indians last season after successfully closing 34 the previous season for the Cubs. The 4.25 ERA in 2009 for Wood was his worst mark since 2000, but he still struck out more than a batter per inning -- showing he's still got good stuff.
Wood, 32, is expected to be a hot name on the trading block leading up the July 31 non-waiver deadline, and this injury probably doesn't much change things. He'll have enough of a chance to get back and show he's healthy -- almost like a showcase for potential suitors.
In the meantime, the Indians will likely use Chris Perez as the closer. The 24-year-old righty is a closer-in-waiting and would be taking over if Wood is traded anyway.
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