Torn ACL likely ends Victor Martinez's 2012 season before it even begins

Victor Martinez tore his ACL during offseason conditioning, and now he may go on to miss the entire 2012 season as a consequence.

We're only in mid-January but the Detroit Tigers have already been hit with some terrible news regarding the upcoming season after learning designated hitter Victor Martinez will likely miss all of 2012 due to a torn ACL in his

Victor Martinez joined the Tigers as a free agent last season and helped them reach the American League Championship Series by hitting .330 and driving in 103 runs. (US PRESSWIRE) By Dave Hogg Our experts bring you all the offseason news.

By Ian Casselberry By Ian Casselberry | Big League Stew – 9 hours ago It was announced on Tuesday that designated hitter Victor Martinez tore the ACL in his left knee during a workout last week and will likely miss the entire 2012 season.

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