MLB Player News

Anderson (forearm) is scheduled to throw a simulated game Wednesday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

The right-hander threw a live batting practice session Monday which manager Kevin Cash called "very encouraging," as he appears to be nearing his return from the injured list. If all goes well during Wednesday's sim game, Anderson could be activated for the weekend series against the Marlins.

Pearson (elbow) played catch from 120 feet Tuesday, Scott Mitchell of TSN.ca reports.

Pearson suffered a right flexor strain in mid-August, though he was able to resume throwing within 10 days of being shut down. While he continues to make good progress, he's yet to throw off a mound, so his return doesn't appear to be imminent.

Giles (forearm) felt good after a live batting practice session Tuesday and will throw another similar session Saturday, Scott Mitchell of TSN.ca reports.

Giles continues to make good progress as he works his way back from the strained flexor mass in his right forearm that has kept him out since late July. His target return date remains unclear, but he appears to have a good shot to make it back before the end of the year, barring setbacks.

Peters (oblique) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list and optioned to the Angels' alternate training site Tuesday.

Peters has been dealing with an oblique issue since the end of June but is now healthy. He'll remain at the alternate training site and could be an option to fill in as a starter if needed, but he may not have time to build up to a full workload.

Thornton underwent surgery to remove loose bodies in his right elbow Tuesday, Scott Mitchell of TSN.ca reports.

Tommy John surgery appeared to be potentially on the table when it was reported Monday that Thornton was meeting with Dr. James Andrews, but the procedure he wound up undergoing was a different one. He's expected to be ready to go for the start of the 2021 campaign.

Hill was optioned to Cleveland's alternate training site Tuesday.

Hill had been on the roster since Opening Day and posted a 3.95 ERA and 0.66 WHIP in 13.2 innings of work. He'll make way on the roster for Zach Plesac, who was recalled to start against the Royals in a corresponding move.

Weber will step into the rotation to start Tuesday's game against the Braves, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Weber has bounced between the rotation and the bullpen on multiple occasions just over a month into the season, which speaks to the Red Sox's dearth of appealing starting options more than anything else. Manager Ron Roenicke has been unwilling to commit to Kyle Hart receiving another turn through the rotation, so a strong showing by Weber on Tuesday could be enough for the right-hander to receive additional starts.

Coulombe cleared waivers Tuesday and was outrighted to the Twins' alternate training site, Brandon Warne of ZoneCoverage.com reports.

Coulombe made a pair of appearances for the Twins in late August, his first big-league outings since 2018, throwing 2.2 scoreless innings. He'll remain in an organizational depth role for the club.

Anderson (forearm) completed what manager Kevin Cash said was a "very encouraging" live batting practice session Monday in Port Charlotte, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

This news comes on the heels of Anderson completing a successful 15-pitch bullpen session Saturday. The fact Anderson looked good against live hitters 48 hours later led Cash to remark the hard-throwing reliever could very well be ready for activation when the Rays return from their road trip Friday.

Rogers (1-3) was tagged with the loss Monday against the White Sox. He gave up three runs (all unearned) on three hits while fanning one in one inning.

Rogers has allowed two or more hits in six of his last nine appearances and has given up runs in three of his last four contests, but the 29-year-old left-hander should still be considered the top candidate for saves in Minnesota. He owns a 3.60 ERA in his last five appearances.