There are multiple ways to fix a torn UCL. A repair (attaching the ligament back to bone / sewing it together) has a 6 month recovery. A full on reconstruction (replacing the ligament, aka Tommy John) is usually 9-12 months. Tough news for Brock Purdy.

— Dr. Nirav Pandya, M.D. (@DrNiravPandya) January 30, 2023