MESA, Ariz. — The name Neal ElAttrache will cause shudders for pitchers. The renowned sports orthopedic surgeon’s name has taken on a similar meaning to that of Dr. James Andrews.
A’s starter A.J. Puk, who’s been sidelined since last week with shoulder soreness, visited his Los Angeles office Thursday for a prescheduled meeting, manager Bob Melvin said. But it’s what comes out of that meeting — not the visit — that matters.
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“If he comes back and he’s cleared there, then he’s probably on schedule to play in the next couple days,” Melvin said, but cautioned that it is dependent on ElAttrache’s opinion.