Justin Verlander (triceps) will throw a simulated game Tuesday, Anthony Fenech of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Verlander (triceps) will throw a simulated game Tuesday, Anthony Fenech of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Analysis:

Verlander threw a good bullpen session Thursday and will progress to throwing a simulated game in Oakland on Tuesday. If he continues to throw without any setbacks, beginning a rehab assignment could be on the horizon in the near future.