Washington Nationals third baseman Anthony Rendon is getting a third opinion on his injured right knee that was originally diagnosed as an MCL sprain.
Rendon was scheduled to visit Dr. Steven Singleton at the Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colo., on Tuesday for an examination after an appointment with noted orthopedist Dr. James Andrews on Monday confirmed the initial diagnosis.
Rendon was injured in a March 9 game against the Atlanta Braves while making a diving stop. He has not played since then, but the knee remains sore after rest and treatment.
“We’re just trying to make sure we cover all bases and everybody gets a chance to take a look at it and develop a course of action from today on,” Nationals manager Matt Williams said.
In Rendon’s absence, the Nationals have used Danny Espinosa and Ian Stewart at third base.
Rendon batted .287 with 21 home runs and 83 RBIs last year. He finished fifth in the National League MVP voting.