When Rich Hill was removed from his last start after just two pitches, it was an ominous sign of what presumably lied ahead in the recovery from a blister ripping open. However, Hill continued to throw with plenty of regularity after being placed on the 10-day disabled list.
That will grow to include Hill following Clayton Kershaw in a simulated game at Dodger Stadium on Saturday. Hill is expected to throw two or three innings. “Rich is very angsty right now and wants to keep his arm in shape,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said.
The club is comfortable, or accepting, of Hill continuing to throw because of the protective tape he wears on the blister.