Evan Meek (shoulder) is scheduled to throw one inning at Class-A Bradenton on Sunday. Meek has been sidelined since June 7 and is on the 60-day disabled list. He isn't likely to rejoin the Pirates before September.

Evan Meek (shoulder) will throw an inning of batting practice on Friday. If all goes well, he'll throw two more innings on Monday. On the 60-day disabled list, Meek has been sidelined since June 7. He isn't likely to rejoin the Pirates before September.

Evan Meek is scheduled to throw 35 pitches on Friday and Monday, then batting practice next Thursday. If everything runs smoothly, Meek could be cleared to begin a minor league rehab assignment by next weekend. The setup man has been out of commission since early June with tendinitis in his right shoulder.

Pirates transferred RHP Evan Meek from the 15-day to the 60-day disabled list. He was cleared to make room for the newly-signed Jason Grilli on the active roster. Meek has been sidelined since early June with right shoulder tendinitis and only recently began a throwing program.

Evan Meek (shoulder) has begun a throwing program. He's likely just playing catch at this point, with a bullpen sessions, simulated games and a rehab assignment next on the list. There's no timetable for his return, as the Pirates will take it slowly with him given that he's dealt with shoulder issues most of the year.

Pirates GM Neal Huntington said Evan Meek is still in the "strengthening phase" of his recovery from shoulder tendinitis. It's not clear when Meek will resume throwing. He's been out since early June with his shoulder injury, but his issue dates back to April. Consider him out indefinitely.