A return to the mound in 2024 is possible for Yu Darvish, who has been out since May.
Per The Athletic's Dennis Lin, the San Diego Padres starting pitcher threw live batting practice at a San Diego-area high school on Sunday. According to Lin, multiple observers noted that Darvish "appeared healthy and in good form."
Darvish has been working out and throwing on his own since early July. Now, he could be nearing his return.
Lin noted Darvish initially missed time because of multiple injuries. However, he was placed on the restricted list on July 6 as he dealt with "a personal matter.