31.   He underwent offseason surgery on his rotator cuff, and expects to begin practicing within the week.

32.   He says offseason surgery is likely.

33.   He started the season in the minors after offseason back surgery.

34.   He underwent offseason elbow surgery.

35.   His problems stemmed from offseason surgery on his left shoulder, which hindered his winter workout program.

36.   Houston underwent offseason surgery on his shooting wrist and is expected to be ready when training camp opens Friday in Charleston, South Carolina.

37.   How is he adjusting to offseason surgery and new surroundings?

38.   However, he did have offseason surgery to repair cartilage damage in his right knee.

39.   However, Smith might agree to offseason surgery to prevent future problems.

40.   It is his first start since offseason surgery to remove bone chips from his right elbow.