OAKLAND, Calif., July 7 (UPI) -- Veteran outfielder Jermaine Dye has been lost to the Oakland Athletics 3-6 weeks because of a separated right shoulder.
The injury occurred Sunday when he collided with Anaheim catcher Bengie Molina at the plate.
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"Obviously, he's depressed, and not pleased," said team trainer Larry Davis. "He's not a very happy camper at this point."
The injury comes in the midst of a very tough season for Dye, who spent over a month on the disabled list after having knee surgery in late April. He has batted just .160 in 42 games this season.
The 6-5, 220-pounder hit .252 with 24 home runs and 86 RBI last season.
The A's will need to make a roster move for replace him, something Manager Ken Macha said would happen by Tuesday.
