Justin Lawrence is Throwing Side Sessions
Justin Lawrence (elbow) has begun throwing side sessions and has been transferred to the team's Florida complex. The plan here is for the 30-year-old right-handed reliever to continue throwing like he has been, and also begin throwing to live batters by the third week of August. If things go smoothly without any setbacks, he could begin a rehab assignment shortly after that. The team remains focused on his return to the Pirates' bullpen. Over 11 appearances this season, Lawrence has posted a minuscule 0.79 ERA, accompanied by 15 strikeouts over 11 1/3 innings pitched.
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