SEATTLE -- Reinforcements are on the way for Seattle's short-handed rotation, as James Paxton played catch in the outfield on Wednesday and is working toward a likely return at some point during the Mariners' next road trip.
Sidelined since May 2 by a strained left forearm, Paxton said he felt good during his flat-ground throwing session, and he will work off the bullpen mound on Thursday before heading out on a Minor League rehab assignment. He'll likely only need one start, presumably with Triple-A Tacoma, before rejoining the Mariners in the middle of their road trip through Washington, D.