Brian Wilson (RP)

San Francisco Giants RP Brian Wilson (elbow) planned to ride a stationary bike Wednesday, May ...

Ever the optimist with his bold personality and bushy black beard, Giants closer Brian Wilson deemed himself ahead of schedule in his recovery from a second Tommy John elbow ligament replacement surgery and insists he plans to be ready for opening day 201

Giants closer Brian Wilson told Comcast SportsNet Bay Area that he's ahead of schedule on his rehab. Wilson, who is on the 60-day disabled list after having a second Tommy John surgery, said he's out of his brace and had a good range of motion.

San Francisco Giants RP Brian Wilson (elbow) said Wednesday, May 16, that he is ahead ...

San Francisco Giants RP Brian Wilson (elbow) is with the team and in great spirits, ...

San Francisco relief pitcher Brian Wilson (elbow) was transferred to the 60-day disabled list on Friday. Wilson will miss the rest of the season after having a second Tommy John surgery last Saturday. He posted a 9.00 ERA and one save in only two appearances this season. Relief pitcher Santiago Casilla has taken over the closer role for the Giants in Wilson's absence.

The San Francisco Giants are expected to need room on the 40-man roster Friday, April ...

According to MLB.com, the reconstructive surgery on Giants closer Brian Wilson's right elbow was deemed a success by the team. This was the second Tommy John operation for Wilson.

The San Francisco Giants said Friday, April 20, that the Tommy John surgery for RP ...

Brian Wilson underwent successful Tommy John surgery Thursday.

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CloserAlarm - According to the SF Chronicle Brian Wilson has structural damage in his elbow and faces surgery, pick up Romo ASAP

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It's a quick injury update with some replacement options.

Brian Wilson is probably done for the season and may need Tommy John surgery. The Giants may look to go to closer by committee.

An examination has revealed structural damage in Giants closer Brian Wilson's elbow, which may result in season-ending surgery.