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Ortiz has surgery

By Joe McDonald
Journal Sports Writer

Red Sox slugger David Ortiz had successful arthroscopy surgery on his ailing right knee at Massachusetts General Hospital on Tuesday afternoon. The procedure was performed by Red Sox medical director Dr. Thomas Gill.

According to a club press release, Ortiz will begin his rehab immediately and this surgery will not interfere with his offseason workout program. He is expected to be ready for spring training, according to the release.

Ortiz recorded a .332 batting average in 2007, while posting 35 homers and 117 RBI in 149 games.

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