Mariners' David Phelps: Passes final rehab test
Phelps (elbow) said his simulated game went great and he is expected to be activated by the end of the week, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports.
Analysis:
After throwing a successful simulated game, Phelps is slated to return to the bullpen either Wednesday against Atlanta or Friday against the Yankees. Since being traded to the Mariners, Phelps has 11 strikeouts in seven innings and will move back into his role as the top setup man in their relief corps.
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