John Axford and Tony Cingrani, two veteran relievers who could possibly return to bolster the Dodgers’ bullpen in time for their playoff push, will make rehab appearances for another club in pursuit of a championship Friday night. The veterans are slated to pitch an inning each for single-A Rancho Cucamonga, which is a win away from claiming the Cal League title.
Of the two, Axford is closer to a return. Acquired from the Blue Jays at the non-waiver trade deadline, the 35-year-old Axford suffered a fractured fibula on a comebacker in his third outing as a Dodger on Aug.