Tue 3/17/15 10:45 AM

Wainwright pitched well in a simulated game Monday and is hoping to pitch in his first spring training game some time next week, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. Manager Mike Matheny will likely reveal his pitching plans for next week on Tuesday. Wainwright threw 50 pitches on Monday and was able to use an assortment of pitches. He looks to be on track for opening day.