Severino (lat) will throw a live batting practice session Friday instead of beginning a rehab assignment, Jack Curry of YES Network reports.
The plan had been for Severino to begin a rehab assignment with High-A Tampa on Thursday, but the Yankees have decided they would rather have the pitcher work in a more controlled environment. If everything goes well Friday, he'll then begin a rehab assignment next week. Severino is expected to return from the 15-day injured list in mid-to-late May.