DeGrom (back) threw 71 pitches in a simulated game Tuesday, Kristie Ackert of the New York Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

DeGrom got back on the hill in a sim game Tuesday at the Mets' extended spring training facility down in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Being able to throw 71 pitches without any issues Tuesday could result in deGrom rejoining the Mets' rotation as soon as this weekend when they take on the Braves. Ackert is reporting that deGrom is in "good shape" to rejoin the rotation Sunday against Atlanta or Monday against Cincinnati. deGrom hasn't pitched in a game since Apr. 8 due to a lat issue and a stint on the family medical emergency list.