Giants trainer Dave Groeschner expects Tim Hudson (ankle) to be on a normal throwing schedule at the beginning of spring training. He will, however, be eased into running and other aspects of spring ball. Hudson underwent surgery in late July to repair a broken ankle but will be ready to roll by the time Opening Day comes around. The 38-year-old posted a 3.97 ERA and 1.19 WHIP across 131 1/3 innings for the Braves last season.