Angels’ shortstop Zach Neto still rebuilding his arm strength after surgery

ANAHEIM — Zach Neto has been back in the Angels lineup and at shortstop for three weeks, and his bat is clearly at peak form.

His arm, however, remains a work in progress.

Neto, who had shoulder surgery last fall, has been managing his throws, saving the 100% throws for when it’s necessary. When the runner is slow, Neto practically lobs the ball across the infield, just in time to get the out.

There’s nothing wrong with that, of course. In fact, it can be a good thing in the long run.