FORT MYERS, Fla. -- After undergoing surgery last August to repair a partially torn meniscus in his left knee, Minnesota Twins left-hander Eric Milton had a second operation on the knee Wednesday.

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While the timetable for Milton's return has not been determined, Dr. Thomas Rosenberg declared the arthroscopic procedure a success and will review the operation before determination a rehabilitation schedule.

Milton will return to training camp Friday but is projected to miss up to two months.

The 27-year-old southpaw was 13-9 with a 4.84 ERA in 29 starts last season for the American League Central Division champions. He made two postseason starts, earning a victory against Oakland in the Division Series while not figuring in the decision in Game Three of the AL Champinship Series against Anaheim.

In 163 major league games, including one relief appearance, Milton owns a 56-51 record with 10 complete games, four shutouts and a 4.80 ERA.

Lefthander Johan Santana, who made 14 starts due to injuries in 2002, is expected to fill Milton's spot in the rotation.