Challenges Faced by Luis Severino: Obstacles and Turning Points

Life is full of challenges, and Luis Severino faced many. Discover key struggles and how they were overcome.

Luis Severino, nicknamed "Sevy", is a professional baseball pitcher from the Dominican Republic. He currently plays for the Athletics of Major League Baseball (MLB). Severino previously played for the New York Yankees and the New York Mets in MLB. As a pitcher, he contributes to his team's defense by throwing the ball to strike out batters and prevent them from scoring.

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May 13, 2016: Injury and Disabled List Placement

On May 13, 2016, in a game against the Chicago White Sox, Severino left the game with an apparent injury after giving up 7 runs in 2.2 innings and was subsequently placed on the 15-day disabled list due to right triceps inflammation.

2016: Rough Season

Severino had a rough season in 2016.

2019: Injury

Severino missed most of the 2019 season due to various injuries.

February 25, 2020: Tommy John Surgery Announcement

On February 25, 2020, it was announced that Severino would undergo Tommy John surgery, ending his 2020 season.

2020: Injury

Severino missed all of the 2020 season due to various injuries.

February 22, 2021: Severino placed on 60-day injured list

On February 22, 2021, Luis Severino was placed on the 60-day injured list as he continued to recover from Tommy John surgery.

2021: Injury

Severino missed most of the 2021 season due to various injuries.

September 9, 2023: Severino's season ends due to oblique strain

On September 9, 2023, it was announced that Luis Severino's season was over after he suffered a high-grade oblique strain in the Yankees' loss against the Milwaukee Brewers. Following the season, he became a free agent.