Just as one rehab ends, another begins (such is the circle of baseball injury life or something). With Triston Casas finished up his rehab stint with Worcester last night, Liam Hendriks is now set to begin his. After throwing several live bullpen sessions this week, he’ll make his first AAA appearance on Sunday. (Chris Cotillo, MassLive)
The bullpen could certainly use Hendriks’ help, but the starting rotation is struggling big time, too. After being skipped for his last turn in the rotation, Nick Pivetta returned to action and pitched well against the Orioles last night, so maybe a little rest is what they need.