Darvish (elbow) is expected to return in mid-May and won't require a stint on the 60-day disabled list, Stefan Stevenson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

EDGE Analysis

Darvish has been gradually working up his pitch count of late as he sets his sights on returning to the mound following last year's Tommy John. The Rangers' confirmation Saturday that Darvish won't require a stint on the 60-day DL is a sign that the club is confident that he'll be able to return early in the first half of the season. Both Darvish and Josh Hamilton are expected to return by some point in mid-May.