Manaea (shoulder) is optimistic he'll pitch again this season, but the A's are considering it a long shot, John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Manaea began strengthening exercises Monday, but he's still a long ways off from returning from the disabled list. More news on a timetable for his return should surface as he makes strides in his rehab, although it's safe to assume Manaea won't be back this season.