San Francisco Giants ace Madison Bumgarner threw off a mound for the first time since surgery in March to have three pins inserted into the broken pinkie on his pitching hand.
The New York Giants feel the damage to Jason Pierre-Paul's right hand was worse than they were led to believe, sources said, and some in the organization fear he might miss the season.
The discussions between the Giants and defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul appear to have broken down over differences of opinion on his readiness to play, according to sources and media reports.
Jason Pierre-Paul had a physical and provided the Giants with all medical records related to injuries he suffered in a fireworks accident that resulted in an amputated finger, a source said.
Jason Pierre Paul plans to return to the New York Giants next week and the team will examine his hand and make a determination about when he might be available to play, according to a source.
Giants DE Jason Pierre-Paul is unlikely to sign his $14.8 million franchise tender until he's confident he can pass the team's physical, sources said.
