Athletics' Chris Bassitt: On track with Tommy John recovery

Bassitt (elbow) is on track in his rehab work following Tommy John surgery, Jane Lee of MLB.com reports.

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The right-hander had the procedure in early May, which may keep him out of the mix for a rotation spot in Oakland until the second half of 2017. Bassitt had some success in 2015 with the A's when he piled up 86 innings over 18 appearances (13 starts) and pitched to a 3.56 ERA, and the organizational need for arms capable of starting should keep the door open for him to remain a starter once he's healthy enough to get back on the mound.