Heaney (shoulder) is expected to start Saturday's game in Boston, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

His simulated game Monday went well, and it seems like the plan is for that to be the final step in his rehab before he re-enters the big-league rotation. Considering he threw roughly 60 pitches in his sim game, he may be limited to around 80-90 pitches against the Red Sox. Heaney didn't pitch particularly well prior to suffering the shoulder injury, logging a 5.09 ERA and 1.37 WHIP despite striking out 54 in 46 innings (nine starts). He logged a win in just one of those outings. Boston has the seventh-best wRC+ (110) in the majors against left-handed pitchers since June 1.

Heaney (shoulder) felt good following a simulated game Monday and expects to return this weekend in Boston, Maria Torres of the Los Angeles Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Heaney hasn't pitched since mid-July due to shoulder inflammation. The Angels have yet to provide an exact return date, but it sounds as though he'll be back without requiring a rehab start.

Heaney (shoulder) could return to the big-league rotation after throwing a 60-pitch sim game Monday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

We may not get confirmation on when he will return before lineups lock next week, but a return Saturday or Sunday in Boston seems like a distinct possibility. Heaney has a 5.09 ERA, 1.37 WHIP and 54:19 K:BB in 46 innings this season. His 33.1 percent groundball rate, 9.6 percent walk rate and 1.76 HR/9 are all notably worse than his career norms.

Heaney (shoulder) could resume throwing off a mound as early as Friday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Heaney has been playing catch over the past week but progressing to mound work would be a major step towards his return from the injured list. The 28-year-old will likely require at least one rehab start before rejoining the Angels, likely pushing his return into mid-August.

Heaney (shoulder) played catch for the third straight day Saturday but isn't sure when he may return from the injured list, Maria Torres of the Los Angeles Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Heaney is progressing but said that he isn't where he wants to be in his recovery. The 28-year-old landed on the IL with left shoulder inflammation July 20 and still has some work to do in rebuilding his arm strength, so it seems like he's at least a couple weeks away from rejoining the Angels.

Heaney (shoulder) took part in some light throwing Thursday, Maria Torres of the Los Angeles Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Heaney was sent to the 10-day injured list Saturday due to left shoulder inflammation. While it's positive news that he's started to throw again, he'll likely still need to toss a side session before the Angels consider activating the southpaw from the shelf. A timetable for his return has yet to be revealed.

Heaney landed on the 10-day injured list with left shoulder inflammation Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

The move was backdated to Wednesday, so Heaney will be eligible to return next Saturday after missing just one start. It's not yet clear whether or not he's expected to return after the minimum or if a longer absence is anticipated. The Angels have said that they don't expect Heaney to require surgery but haven't specified a timeline beyond that, Maria Torres of the Los Angeles Times reports. Adalberto Mejia was claimed off waivers in a corresponding move.

Heaney did not factor into the decision against Houston on Tuesday, hurling 4.1 innings and allowing two runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out five.

EDGE Analysis

Heaney was gifted a six-run lead after the first inning but couldn't stick around long enough to pick up the win, needing 103 pitches to retire 13 batters. He gave up only one extra-base hit but was constantly in trouble, allowing two or more baserunners in each inning. His saving grace was his ability to punch batters out; four of his five strikeouts came with runners in scoring position. The 28-year-old will carry a 5.09 ERA, 1.35 WHIP and 54:19 K:BB into Seattle on Sunday in his next scheduled start.

Heaney (1-3) took the loss Saturday as the Angels fell 4-0 to the Astros, allowing two runs on five hits and two walks over five innings while striking out five.

EDGE Analysis

It wasn't a bad outing for the southpaw, but with Gerrit Cole in top form opposite him, Heaney couldn't afford to make any mistakes. He'll carry a 5.18 ERA and 49:17 K:BB through 41.2 innings into the All-Star break.

Heaney (1-2) allowed five runs on six hits and one walk across six innings while taking the loss Sunday against the Angels. He struck out eight.

EDGE Analysis

Heaney was scored upon in three different innings, with the major blow coming on a three-run home run by Matt Chapman in the fifth inning. He pitched well for the most part, throwing 68 percent strikes and reaching eight punchouts for the fourth time in eight outings. The inconsistent Heaney now has a 5.40 ERA for the season and will face another difficult matchup in his next start on the road against Houston.