Crisp (neck) will begin a rehab assignment with High-A Stockton on Monday, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Crisp will play at least four teams in Stockton then have his ETA decided from there, per Slusser. A small stint with a higher level, like Triple-A Nashville, could also be in the cards to make sure Crisp is up to major league playing speed.

Oakland Athletics outfielder Coco Crisp will begin a rehab assignment with High-A Stockton on Monday as he continues to recover from a neck injury, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.

Oakland Athletics outfielder Coco Crisp will begin a rehab assignment with High-A Stockton on Monday as he continues to recover from a neck injury, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. Crisp, who has not played since late May, is expected to return in early August after he gets back up to speed in the minor leagues.

Manager Bob Melvin said Friday that Crisp (neck) could head out on a rehab assignment soon, John Hickey of the Bay Area News Group reports.

With Crisp making it through a full on-field batting practice session earlier in the week, the team is now looking ahead to a rehab assignment, which figures to be a long one given Crisp's two-month absence from game action. He could head out to an affiliate in a matter of days.

Crisp (neck) took a full session of batting practice Tuesday, Joe Stiglich of CSN California reports.

Manager Bob Melvin expressed optimism about Crisp's progress, saying that the A's could know by the end of their current homestand if the veteran outfielder is ready for a rehab assignment. While Crisp's full batting practice session Tuesday is a good sign, it'll take until later in the week to have a better idea as to when he can truly ramp up activity and go on a rehab assignment.

Crisp's (neck) kidney stone issues have long passed, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

While Crisp may have recovered from the kidney stones, his neck issues continue to be the biggest hurdle from him returning to the club. The team hasn't provided an update on his progress in a while, so the timetable remains unclear at this point. In the meantime, Billy Burns has emerged as the potential future in center field for the Athletics. Crisp (who formerly held the position) would likely return to play in left field, but that appears a ways off.

Manager Bob Melvin revealed Friday that Crisp (neck) is dealing with kidney stones and is resting at home, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Crisp's status for the remainder of the season was already in peril due to a neck injury that may end up requiring surgery, and the kidney stones add only another complication to the outfielder's recovery process. At this point, the Athletics are likely not even thinking about when Crisp will resume baseball activities; his long-term health remains the greater priority.

Crisp (neck) was optioned to the 60-day disabled list Friday.

Having last played in a game May 19, Crisp can now officially be ruled out through the All-Star break, which was already the expectation. He's no lock to return this season, and he may need career-threatening surgery.

Crisp (neck) will undergo a bone scan Monday, Joe Stiglich of CSNBayArea.com reports.

Crisp is also expected to receive an epidural injection Monday to ease the pain in his sore neck. The scan is just a procedural measure for neck injuries, and it's still expected that Crisp will be out past the All-Star break.

Crisp (neck) will not take part in any baseball activities for at least a month, CSN California's Joe Stiglich reports.

While no timetable has been provided, a return before the All-Star break now seems highly unlikely. Crisp still hopes to avoid a surgery that could be career-ending, and a specialist has recommended he get an epidural injection.

Oakland Athletics outfielder Coco Crisp is out for at least a month due to a neck injury, according to CSN California.

Oakland Athletics outfielder Coco Crisp is out for at least a month due to a neck injury, according to CSN California. A specialist recommended Crisp receive an epidural injection and rest for the better part of a month with the hope of avoiding surgery, and he is without a timetable for return. Crisp underwent an MRI on his neck last week, and while the exact nature of his injury has not been revealed, he stated he received "disheartening news" regarding the injury. It is believed that a surgical procedure could be career-ending for the 35-year old. Crisp has played in only 13 games this season due to the ailment, amassing two hits in 45 at-bats and striking out 10 times. Billy Burns, who is hitting .293 with one home run and seven stolen bases in 23 games, will continue to see extended playing time in Crisp's absence.

Crisp (neck) has been placed on the 15-day DL by the Athletics.

This isn't looking good for Crisp, who is trying to rehab his recurring neck injury and avoid surgery, which could be career-ending, the San Francisco Chronicle's Susan Slusser reports. He'll be eligible to return June 7, but given how nagging the issue has been, it could be longer until he comes back.

Oakland Athletics outfielder Coco Crisp was placed on the 15-day disabled list Saturday because of a neck injury, according to the team's official website.

Oakland Athletics outfielder Coco Crisp was placed on the 15-day disabled list Saturday because of a neck injury, according to the team's official website. Crisp has had a long history of disc problems in his neck and back, and will elect to try and rehab the injury, as surgery could be career-ending.

Crisp (neck) is dealing with the same injury that affected him in 2014. He will try to rehab the injury and go through treatment to avoid surgery, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Crisp's disc issue in his neck could land him on the DL, but no official decision has been made at this point, according to Slusser. If Crisp has to undergo surgery, manager Bob Melvin stated that it would likely end his career.

Crisp (neck) is not in the lineup Thursday against the Rays, Roger Mooney of the Tampa Tribune reports.

The news doesn't come as much of a surprise as Crisp is slated to meet with a neck specialist Thursday and wasn't expected to return to the lineup. His status should become clearer after visiting with the specialist, but Sam Fuld will assume the left field duties Thursday in his stead.

Crisp (neck) will visit with a neck specialist Thursday, John Hickey of Bay Area News Group reports.

Crisp, who is not in the lineup Wednesday, will remain out Thursday while the team plays in Tampa Bay. He continues to be listed as day-to-day, and more should be known after Thursday's visit. In Crisp's absence, Sam Fuld and Craig Gentry will continue to handle left field duties.

Oakland Athletics outfielder Coco Crisp, who sustained a neck injury during Tuesday's game against the Houston Astros, will visit with a neck specialist on Thursday, according to the Bay Area News Group.

Oakland Athletics outfielder Coco Crisp, who sustained a neck injury during Tuesday's game against the Houston Astros, will visit with a neck specialist on Thursday, according to the Bay Area News Group. Crisp, who is not in Wednesday's lineup and will sit out Thursday's game as well, will find out at the exam how much time he will miss.

Crisp (neck) remains day-to-day for now, but his availability for Oakland's upcoming series in Tampa Bay is uncertain, John Hickey of the Bay Area News Group reports.

Crisp will avoid the disabled list for now, but manager Bob Melvin said the neck injury Crisp is currently dealing with is similar to the setback that cost him 25 games last season, so it would not be a surprise if he misses more time. Sam Fuld and Craig Gentry figure to handle the left field duties until Crisp returns to action.

Crisp (neck) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Astros, according to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle.

The extent of the injury that forced Crisp from Tuesday's game remains uncertain, but the setback will prevent him from playing in at least one game, and could cost him more action. Craig Gentry will get the start in left field Wednesday in Crisp's place.

Oakland A's outfielder Coco Crisp is considered day-to-day ahead of the team's upcoming series against the Tampa Bay Rays because of a neck injury, according to the Bay Area News Group.

Oakland A's outfielder Coco Crisp is considered day-to-day ahead of the team's upcoming series against the Tampa Bay Rays because of a neck injury, according to the Bay Area News Group. Crisp took a hard fall in Tuesday's game against the Houston Astros while attempting to cut off a ball in the second inning. He attempted to stay in the game after the incident, but left in the fourth inning. Crisp has been struggling mightily after beginning the season on the disabled list due to an elbow injury, with just two hits and one stolen base in 45 at-bats. He is looking to bounce back this year after injuries resulted in Crisp playing in just 126 games last season. The A's entered Wednesday's contest with the Houston Astros with a 14-27 record, which puts them in last place in the American League West division.

Crisp's neck injury is similar to the neck injury that added up to cost him 25 games over the course of last season, according to manager Bob Melvin, the San Francisco Chronicle's Susan Slusser reports.

Melvin said Crisp is day-to-day, but he missed chunks of time in every month after April with a neck issue last year, so this is not exactly encouraging. In shallower leagues there are likely players who can match Crisp's production without the headache of unpredictably being in and out of the lineup.