Cole (elbow) threw a bullpen session before Saturday's game, MLB.com's Adam Berry reports.

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This is a step in the right direction, as he last threw off flat ground Friday. The Pirates have a plan mapped out for Cole, with the intention of him returning before the end of the season, but it is unclear what the exact timetable looks like. Stay tuned for reports about how Cole felt after the bullpen session and what the next step in his recovery may be.