Shae Simmons (shoulder) has not experienced any discomfort since he began his preseason throwing exercises three weeks ago, MLB.com reports.

Simmons (shoulder) has not experienced any discomfort since he began his preseason throwing exercises three weeks ago, MLB.com reports.

Analysis:

Simmons burst onto the major league scene in late May, posting a 0.96 ERA in his first 20 appearances, but his shoulder began acting up in July. A late-August setback then ended his season, but the right-hander was cleared of any structural damage, with simple rest prescribed to treat the issue. He is expected to progress to mound work next week.