Marlins Don T Expect Jose Fernandez To Return Before June

Michael Hill, Marlins president of baseball operations, echoed Loria’s sentiment.

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“We’re still thinking June, July area,” Hill said, according to The Miami Herald. 

“Once we get him on the mound, we’ll get a little more clarity," Hill added. “When you’re dealing with those injuries, you’re always cautiously optimistic. He’s worked extremely hard. He’s done a tremendous job doing everything he needs to do to get himself back. We won’t put a timetable on it. We don’t want him to feel any pressure.”

Fernandez, 22, was the NL Rookie of the Year and an All-Star in 2013. He underwent the surgery last May.