Sean Nolin threw 35 pitches over two innings in an extended spring training outing Monday, John Hickey of the Bay Area News Group reports.

Nolin threw 35 pitches over two innings in an extended spring training outing Monday, John Hickey of the Bay Area News Group reports.

Analysis:

Manager Doug Melvin said Nolin's fastball reached 89 miles per hour during the session, while the left-hander was able to mix in all his pitches. He could be ready to begin a rehab assignment with one of the Athletics' lower-level affiliates within the next week before ultimately claiming a spot in the rotation for Triple-A Nashville.