TEMPE, Ariz. -- Shortstop Andrelton Simmons, who has not played since March 8 due to a strained left (non-throwing) shoulder, could return to action as soon as Thursday, manager Mike Scioscia said.
"If they put me out there, I'm playing," said Simmons, who has resumed throwing, hitting and running. "If they don't, I can only do so much."
Simmons said he hasn't encountered any lingering issues with his shoulder so far, though he has yet to test it under game conditions. He added that he's eager to get back in the batter's box to make sure his timing is in sync ahead of Opening Day.