Henderson Alvarez's hope of pitching for the A's this season appears over.
While speaking with the media prior to Tuesday's game, manager Bob Melvin said Alvarez's season is likely over and that the 26-year-old is headed to see Dr. James Andrews.
"Henderson's having a tough time again with his shoulder. So I think he's going to end up going home in a couple of days. I don't think he will pitch this year. As a matter of fact, he won't probably pitch this year. He's going to go see Dr. Andrews again. Unfortunately, he's hit another hurdle and I really feel bad for him," Melvin told reporters at the Coliseum.