Paxton (elbow) is slated to play light catch Wednesday, Shannon Drayer of 710 ESPN Seattle reports.

EDGE Analysis

X-rays were negative after Paxton was drilled on the elbow by a comebacker in the ninth inning Sunday, and it sounds like the extra rest provided by Thursday's team off day may be enough to allow Paxton to pitch this weekend without skipping a full turn. He was said to be feeling better Monday with reduced swelling. If it turns out Paxton cannot go this weekend, the Mariners can simply move their other starters up to go on normal rest.