SECAUCUS, N.J. - New York Red Bulls forward Josmer "Jozy" Altidore and defender Taylor Graham underwent successful surgeries yesterday.
Altidore had a procedure to repair the Ulnar Collateral Ligament of his right thumb. Dr. Keith Raskin at the New York University Medical Center performed the surgery.
Meanwhile, Graham had his left patella tendon repaired in a procedure performed by team physician Dr. Edward Decter.
Altidore sustained his injury on October 21 in the Red Bulls' first leg of their Eastern Conference Semifinal Series against D.C. United. The 17-year-old, who tallied three goals in seven appearances during the 2006 regular season and was the youngest player ever to score in the MLS playoffs on October 29, will need 8-10 weeks for a full recovery.
In his first year with New York in 2006, Graham played in 10 games and made six starts. Recovery time is expected to be 12 weeks.
