Ridings has yet to start throwing due to shoulder and back issues, Max Goodman of SI.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ridings has pitched only five big-league innings, though he fared well by posting a 7:2 K:BB and allowing only one earned run across the five frames last season. He could compete for a bullpen role out of spring training if he heals up relatively quickly, but he may otherwise be destined to start the season at the Triple-A level.