3 years agoOakland Athletics starting pitcher Chris Bassitt (head) is scheduled to throw on flat ground on Thursday, according to Shayna Rubin of the Mercury News. Bassitt underwent surgery two weeks ago for facial fractures he suffered after being hit by a line drive in his last outing against the White Sox. Rubin adds that if all goes well, it's possible that he could throw off the mound on Saturday. This is surprising news, as many expected that based on the projected time for recovery he might now be able to pitch again this season. But now it's looking like he may be able to return in time for a start or two before the end of the year. Managers should keep an eye out on further updates, and if he's on the waiver wire in your league you may want to consider picking him up and stashing him on the IL.--Michael Grennell - RotoBaller
Source: Shayna Rubin