My point is that I don't expect Pedroia to come back and be immediately productive. At best, he'll have to regain his timing at the plate.
Today, he conceded that he is not "100%" and likely will not be for the rest of the season.
So, given those restrictions, I have lowered my expectations of him. Although, if anyone can step back in and be a force, it would be him. The guy has a rather large set.