Jake McGee (elbow) played catch Monday for the first time since his surgery in December.

McGee (elbow) played catch Monday for the first time since his surgery in December.

Analysis:

He is still expected to open the season on the disabled list after undergoing arthroscopic elbow surgery during the offseason, but McGee has been ahead of schedule in his recovery to this point, so there is reason to be optimistic that he could return to game action in April. Assuming he starts the season on the DL, Brad Boxberger figures to be a strong option in most formats.