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February 14, 2008
General manager Theo Epstein and manager Terry Francona met with the media a while ago, and touched on a number of topics, not the least of which was the status of Curt Schilling.
Schilling is sidelined with a shoulder and biceps injury, which jeopardizes his 2008 season, and by extension, his career, since it's expected this will be the 41-year-old pitcher's final season.
There was a dispute the last few weeks over the best course of action, with Schilling's longtime orthopedist, Dr. Craig Morgan, recommending surgery and the Sox urging a more conservative approach.
``Curt's here in camp to work hard and rehab and do everything in his power to get back in a position to contribute and help this team on the field,'' said Epstein. ``What we've kind of been through in the diagnosis process is really behind us. There were some bumps along the road because both parties care so much about the team and his career and doing what's right. But now that we're here in spring training, it's pretty simple -- he's here to rehab and get back in a position to help the club. Everyone seems to be on the same page.''
Epstein added that it was ``way too early to put any kind of timetable on'' on Schilling's potential return.
``It's step-by-step,'' said the GM. ``He's at the very beginning of the process. He got a cortisone shot on Monday. He's going to start work tomorrow. It's not really our place to put a timetable. He'll be rehabbing and strengthening for at least the next six-to-eight weeks and we'll see where we go from here.''
Epstein said origin of Schilling's injuries is unclear.
``There's no black-and-white incident,'' said Epstein. ``His houlder didn't respond to his throwing routine..His shoulder was strong at (the time of signing his contract last November). We certainly knew what we had with any pitcher of that age. But his shoulder was strong. He took an MRI. I woulnd't put fault on our medical staff at all for that.'' --- SEAN McADAM
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