Wainwright (elbow) is scheduled to throw a simulated game Friday, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Wainwright got through his bullpen session Wednesday with no issues, so he'll progress to facing live hitters in a simulated outing later in the week. He's seemingly close to being cleared for a minor-league rehab assignment, which would be the last step in his recovery before potentially rejoining the Cardinals sometime in September.