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Darvish encouraged after throwing BP
- Updated: April 21, 2016
ARLINGTON — Yu Darvish received glowing marks on his most recent progress report Thursday, though he wanted a day to think about his next step, which might be a start in the Minors early next week.
Darvish threw 47 pitches of batting practice hours before the Rangers hosted the Astros in the finale of a three-game series at Globe Life Park. The Texas right-hander — who is coming back from Tommy John surgery — reported no issues afterward, and his catcher, manager and general manager all liked what they saw.
The initial plan was for Darvish to begin a Minor League rehabilitation assignment on Tuesday at Double-A Frisco. He still might, but wanted to see how he felt on Friday before making a decision.
The alternative is another session of pitching in batting practice.
“I felt pretty good today,” said Darvish, 29. “My fastball …
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