Cubs Pitcher to get LASIK

Carlos Zambrano, the ace of the Chicago Cubs' pitching staff, will undergo LASIK surgery on his right eye early in February. Zambrano becomes the newest member of a large group of professional athletes who have opted for LASIK surgery.

Zambrano claims that his vision was "fuzzy" on the mound during stretches last season. Apparently, this fuzziness has prompted the all-star pitcher to opt for laser eye surgery. He attributes much of his late-season slump last year to his poor vision – he lost eight of his last nine starts – and he's confident that LASIK will help him regain his Cy Young form once again.

Advancements in LASIK technology have made the surgery much safer for professional athletes, particularly those participating in contact sports. As a result, many athletes are now choosing to improve their vision with LASIK.

Some of the other high-profile professional athletes who have opted for LASIK include Tiger Woods, LeBron James, Greg Maddux, Tom Kite, Jeff Bagwell, Amare Stoudamire, Troy Aikman, and Tiki Barber.

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