PT TODAY: Jansen injury opens up LA 'pen

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Dodgers | Kenley Jansen undergoes surgery
Los Angeles Dodgers RP Kenley Jansen (foot) had surgery Tuesday, Feb. 17, to remove a growth from a bone in his left foot. The recovery time is estimated to be eight to 12 weeks. He will be on crutches for about 10 days and then a boot for three to four weeks.  Source: MLB.com - Jon Weisman
 
BHQ take: Jansen will miss at least the first couple weeks and could be out until mid-May. With the free agent market still awash with legitimate closers and money not an insurmountable issue, the Dodgers will likely inquire as to names like Francisco Rodríguez and Rafael...

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