Jansen likely to undergo 2nd heart surgery after season
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Upon returning to the clubhouse Monday, Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen said there's a good chance he will need a second heart surgery in the offseason, according to ESPN.
Jansen was hospitalized Thursday for an irregular heartbeat, and was subsequently recently ruled out for about a month. The 30-year-old had a similar procedure done in 2012, and said he is confident he'll be able to pitch again this season.
Jansen threw a 16- pitch bullpen today, not at game intensity. He’s scheduled to throw another Wednesday in LA & Friday in Seattle.
— Alanna Rizzo (@alannarizzo) August 13, 2018
Jansen is tied for the National League lead with 32 saves in 2018, and has crafted a 2.15 ERA with 61 strikeouts across 54.1 innings pitched.