Benoit (shoulder) could throw a simulated game as soon as this weekend, Bob Dutton of the Tacoma News Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

The right-hander is slated to get back onto elevated ground for more work Wednesday, two days after throwing his first bullpen since landing on the DL. Benoit seems to think he won't require a rehab stint if his live session goes well -- he said he has no desire to be left behind on the team's next road trip.