SAN DIEGO -- Matt Cain must pass one more minor test before the Giants finalize he will leave the disabled list and start Wednesday at Boston.
Cain, who allowed nine runs and 10 hits in four innings Friday while pitching for Class A Advanced San Jose against Lancaster, will throw off a bullpen mound Sunday, manager Bruce Bochy said. Afterward, Cain will consult Bochy and pitching coach Dave Righetti to decide whether he'll be activated.
Cain, who has essentially recovered from an injured right hamstring, poked fun at himself Saturday as he reviewed his 93-pitch effort.