Buster Posey was kind enough to do a conference call with the three beat writers just now and left the indication that, in his mind, he is likely out for the season.

That thought first arose when asked if he wants to talk to Scott Cousins, who barreled into him. Posey did not sound keen on the idea, and said, “I haven’t talked to him. I know he called over the first night. I don’t know if it really matters. If it’s something that makes him feel better … I can imagine from his standpoint, if I was other end where he is, that would be just as difficult to know the player involved is more than likely … out for the rest of the year.”

When I asked if that was his assumption, he said, “I think we’ll know more once we do some surgery. I think it’s highly likely I probably won’t be back, from what I’m hearing.”

Buster, on how he’s feeling today: “Yeah, I’m pretty uncomfortable. It’s tough to get from place to place. If I’m just sitting still and I’m staying immobilized, I’m OK. I haven’t seen any (doctors) today. I met with one yesterday and probably will meet with one tomorrow.

“Yes, I have watched the replay. I think with today’s game, I don’t think he did anything illegal. I do feel when I looked at the replay that where I set up at the plate, he had a line to slide in. I want to make this very clear. I’m not out ti vilify Cousins any way whatsoever. It happened. It’s over with.

“I just think a play like that is something that’s got to be looked at by MLB and (the union). I feel fortunate that I’ve just got a torn-up leg. As a catcher you’re left in a very exposed position. You’re trying to catch the ball and the guy is bearing down on you as hard as he can. I feel fortunate not to come away with a neck injury or a spinal injury.

“I think there’s a big difference if you’re completely in front of the plate camped out. The runner doesn’t have a choice at that point. I feel Cousins had a choice. He had a choice to slide or directly come at me, and he came directly at me.”

On his memory of the play: I just remember the way the ball was hit. I figured there was going to be a play at the plate, especially with Nate’s good arm. I just remember feeling I went to my right little to catch the ball, which skidded on the grass and came back to the plate a little big, and he was on top of me. That’s pretty much what I remember.

“Fortunately, I’ve I’ve never really been injured before. I knew I was in a lot of pain. I was keeping up hope to begin with it was a just a sprain or something. I wasn’t certain. I knew I was hurting pretty bad.”

On whether he plans to returns as a catcher: Yes. One hundred percent. No question.”

On a timetable for his return: “Well, I feel like with the Giants organization, (head trainer Dave Groeschner), (assistant trainer) Mark Gruesbeck, I feel like I’m in good hands. The most important thing is to come back from this 100 percent, where there’s not going to be any issues down the line. I don’t think there’s a set timetable. I think the rehab process is definitely going to be done the right way.”

“We’re just looking at all the different options we have. I’m in good hands with the training staff and with the Giants. I think it’s important that it’s done right. I think it’s going to be a long road to recovery, but it’s something I believe I will be able to fully recover from.”

On his state of mind: “Honestly, that’s a funny question. Right now I just have been in a lot of pain. That’s what I’ve been concentrating on, just being comfortable for the most part. I know with my personality, once the pain subsides and I’m just sitting, it’s going to be tough on myself to sit and not play.”

Buster’s message to the fans:

“I just want to say how appreciative and grateful I am to all my teammates, fans and the Giants organization. I’m just talking to family and friends and hearing about so many people who have reached out with their best wishes. It’s very uplifting.”