SAN DIEGO -- There weren't any surprises Tuesday when Boston Red Sox knuckleballer Steven Wright got a second opinion on his balky right shoulder. But there also wasn't any guarantee that Wright will pitch again this season.
Wright met with Los Angeles-based orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who confirmed the diagnosis of the Red Sox medical staff that the right-hander has inflammation, but no structural damage in his throwing shoulder. As a result, Wright was cleared to resume throwing when the soreness in his shoulder subsides, according to Red Sox manager John Farrell.
When that might be and whether Wright will make another start before the end of the season has not been determined.