Colorado Rockies first baseman Matt Adams (elbow) has been cleared to "ramp up his intensity" in his throwing program and should be ready for a rehab assignment soon, per beat writer Danielle Allentuck. This is good news for Adams, who's on the IL with a strained right elbow, as he hadn't been cleared to hit or throw just three days ago. He's been out since June 8 but it sounds like he could make his return to the club within a week or so if he doesn't experience any setbacks. The veteran ...