https://www.dekut.com/Sports/new-york-yankees-put-ivan-nova-on-dl-with-elbow-ligament-tear-espn-new-york/ The New York Yankees' worst fears about starting pitcher Ivan Nova were partially confirmed Sunday when an MRI revealed a partially torn ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching elbow. Brian Blanco/Getty ImagesIvan Nova said he was "sad" about an elbow tear that landed him on the disabled list. Nova will return to New York for further evaluation by a team doctor, but as manager Joe Girardi acknowledged, "Usually when you have that, it eventually leads to [Tommy John surgery]." Mon, 21 Apr 2014 06:12:28 UTC en