'I feel normal now': Reds pitcher Justin Dunn progressing toward a rehab assignment

For the past month, the easiest way to spot injured Cincinnati Reds pitcher Justin Dunn before games was to look toward the team’s bullpen.

Dunn, recovering from a right shoulder injury that has sidelined him for a full year, made it a point to watch his teammates when they threw pregame bullpen sessions. It was a chance to talk pitching and learn from others.

On Sunday, Dunn finally had a chance to show his teammates how he pitched. It was his third bullpen session, but the first time he threw all his breaking balls. He’s scheduled to simulate two “innings” in a bullpen session on Friday, and then he will remain at the team’s complex in Goodyear, Arizona after the team travels to Arizona…