Nelson Near Return, Not Ready to Start | Arizona Diamondbacks News

Ryne Nelson is inching back into action after a tough elbow injury, avoiding Tommy John surgery thanks to a flexor strain and UCL sprain. Already throwing scoreless innings in rehab stints with Visalia and Reno, he’s set for another Reno appearance Saturday — likely skipping the Rangers series but primed for Miami. The Diamondbacks want him stretched out, targeting 25-30 pitches for a “one-plus” inning bullpen role, not an immediate rotation return. Despite a rough 4.97 ERA this year, Nelson remains a key piece as the staff nears full strength with Corbin Burnes, Zac Gallen, and Soroka already back. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e1b7a1d52dc2784a