LOS ANGELES — As the Mets’ charter flight descended on Los Angeles International Airport, Michael Conforto had a flashback Sunday night.
Thursday marks the one-year anniversary of Conforto’s surgery to repair the posterior capsule in his left shoulder, a procedure that noted surgeon Neal ElAttrache performed only miles from Dodger Stadium.
Almost one year later, after several returns to the area for checkups, the former All-Star outfielder is still trying to reach previous heights. But at least a trip to Southern California doesn’t entail a visit with ElAttrache.
“It’s good to be flying here and playing a game,” Conforto said Monday before going 0-for-4 in the Mets’ 4-2 win over the Dodgers.