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Johan Santana faces extended absence

Johan Santana talks to the media during spring

Photo credit: Newsday/Alejandra Villa

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- Johan Santana's spring training saga appears headed for its inevitable conclusion. The Mets lefthander told reporters on Saturday morning that his left shoulder is still ailing and that he has no timeline for a return, the latest indication that he could be facing an extended absence.

Manager Terry Collins acknowledged on Friday night that Santana will not join the...

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