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Johan Santana shut down for the rest of 2012

Originally published: August 22, 2012 4:24 PM
Updated: August 22, 2012 9:51 PM
By ANTHONY RIEBER  anthony.rieber@newsday.com

Johan Santana stands on the mound in the

Photo credit: Jim McIsaac | Johan Santana stands on the mound in the first inning after surrendering a two-run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Citi Field. (July 20, 2012)

Johan Santana's season is over.

The Mets announced Wednesday night that Santana has inflammation in his lower back and has been placed on the 15-day disabled list. Although the team said surgery "is not indicated," general manager Sandy Alderson said he does not expect Santana to pitch again this season.

Santana will be treated with rest and medication, the team said. The Mets hope to...

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