WASHINGTON -- The Nationals held their second simulated game this week at Nationals Park on Friday afternoon. Stephen Strasburg climbed atop the mound here to take the most significant step yet in his recovery from right shoulder inflammation.
He threw 50 pitches as he simulated two innings of work, sitting down between reps to get used to the break when his team is on offense. Strasburg is on track to begin a Minor League rehab assignment Tuesday and return after the All-Star break.
"Very encouraging," manager Dave Martinez said.