Anderson will throw two innings of a simulated game Monday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson tossed a 50-pitch bullpen session Thursday but still has a way to go before potentially joining the Dodgers. Even when healthy, it's unclear what role Anderson would have with the team given Los Angeles' depth in the starting rotation. The veteran hurler is hoping to return in mid-August, but a clearer timetable should form as he closes in on a return.

Anderson (back) threw a 50-pitch bullpen session Friday, J.P. Hoornstra of Southern California News Group reports.

EDGE Analysis

After throwing his first bullpen session since undergoing back surgery in March, Anderson threw a second one Friday, this one 50 pitches. He said "it went well" which is obviously good news as the 28-year-old seems to be progressing well. He's likely still at least a month away from a return to the majors but appears on the right track.

Anderson (back) could be ready to return to the Dodgers sometime in mid-August, per manager Dave Roberts, Andy McCullough of the LA Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson threw a bullpen session Tuesday for the first time since undergoing back surgery in early March, and he was spotted playing catch on the field Wednesday morning. The Dodgers haven't offered a specific return date, but the team is optimistic that Anderson can be back in mid-August if he continues to progress as expected.

Anderson (back) will throw his first bullpen session since his surgery tomorrow, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson is still well away from making his return, as his back surgery from early March was expected to keep him out through August. Still, his return to throwing is a good sign that he'll be able to make it back to the mound this season.

Anderson (back) is still unable to throw a baseball, J.P. Hoornstra of the Southern California News Group reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's not particularly surprising that Anderson is unable to throw just over seven weeks removed from back surgery, but the report does provide an update on his status. He was given a 3-to-5 month recovery period following his procedure, and remains on track to return at some point this summer.

Anderson (back) was placed on the 60-day DL Sunday, MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The oft-injured Anderson underwent back surgery in early March, so this move is merely a formality to clear up a spot on the 40-man roster. He remains confident he can return this season, though any comeback efforts would likely land in August or September.

Anderson is feeling good after undergoing back surgery Tuesday and expressed confidence that he would return this season, the Dodgers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

The initial three-to-five months projection would put Anderson back on a mound as early as June, but given his history and the likelihood that the Dodgers won't rush him back, August is probably a much more realistic scenario.

Anderson has been diagnosed with a bulging disk in his back and will be out 3-to-5 months, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson will undergo back surgery Tuesday, and will then begin a rehab process that will keep him sidelined until sometime this summer. Anderson's injury greatly improves Alex Wood's chances of opening the season in the Dodgers' rotation, and also gives both Michael Bolsinger and Brandon Beachy more of an opportunity to lock down the fifth starter job.

Anderson felt soreness in his back after his live batting practice session Tuesday, so he will get the day off Wednesday, the Los Angeles Times' Andy McCullough reports.

EDGE Analysis

Even given Anderson's extensive track record of missing time, last season's health notwithstanding, this sounds like a minor ailment. Prospective owners should continue to follow his progress in the coming days/weeks, as it shouldn't be long before he's back in game action.

Anderson accepted the Dodgers' $15.8 qualifying offer Friday, Buster Olney of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson faced an interesting decision, as he finally put together a healthy season en route to posting a 3.69 ERA with a 3.94 FIP, but he elected to give himself another season before hitting the open market. He figures to slot back into the starting rotation, and has proven to be a reliable option when healthy.