Petricka (elbow) was activated from the 7-day disabled list at Triple-A Buffalo and tossed a scoreless inning Saturday in the club's 5-2 loss to Norfolk.

EDGE Analysis

After inking a minor-league deal with the Blue Jays in February, Petricka never had the opportunity to compete for a spot on the Opening Day roster while he continued to recover from an October elbow procedure. After remaining at extended spring training to begin the season, Petricka seems to have demonstrated that he's fully healthy and should see regular work out of the Buffalo bullpen. Petricka has five seasons of MLB experience on his resume, so if he quickly proves effective during his subsequent outings at Buffalo, a promotion to the big club could be in store.

Petricka (elbow) has been able to throw off flat ground but is working at the club's minor-league camp for the time being, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

Petricka underwent a nerve transposition and debridement procedure of his right elbow in October. The 29-year-old is rehabbing at a solid pace but hasn't been able to throw off the mound at this point, and he will likely remain with the minor-league team until doing so. Expect an update on his status in the coming weeks.

Petricka (elbow) agreed to a minor-league deal with Toronto on Thursday, Chris Cotillo of SB Nation reports.

EDGE Analysis

Petricka appeared in 27 games for the White Sox last season but wasn't tendered a contract for the 2018 campaign after undergoing surgery on his right elbow in October. The procedure was a nerve transposition and debridement of the elbow, which hampered his effectiveness and availability during the 2017 season, although it's expected that he will be good to go for spring training. Last year, he posted a 7.01 ERA and 1.75 WHIP, but he should be able to help out in the Blue Jays' bullpen if he's able to regain his form from 2013-15 when he was a reliable relief option.

The White Sox declined to tender Petricka a contract for 2018, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Petricka saved 14 games for the White Sox in 2014, but his performance has steadily declined and injuries were a problem in 2017. The right-hander missed time with lat and elbow trouble, with the latter issue eventually requiring surgery (nerve transposition and debridement). He's expected to be close to full health when spring rolls around.

Petricka underwent a nerve transposition and debridement of his right elbow Friday, Dan Hayes of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

Petricka will be able to start throwing in about 3-to-4 months, which places him on an initial timeline for a spring training return. Dr. James Andrews performed the surgery, which moved the pitcher's nerve to a position that would not pinch or irritate his elbow. Petricka was put on the DL in early September with a right elbow strain, after posting a 7.01 ERA in 25.2 relief innings this season.

Petricka (elbow) will accompany the White Sox on their 10-game road trip and is scheduled to play catch at some point, Chris Kuc of the Chicago Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is Petricka's third stint on the 10-day disabled list this season, and his 7.01 ERA doesn't have us anxiously awaiting his return to the active roster. The one thing of interest is that he's closed games in the past (14 saves in 2014), and for a team without a real closer, his experience could land him in a late-inning role over the final weeks of the season.

Petricka was put on the 10-day DL with a right elbow strain, retroactive to Sept. 5.

EDGE Analysis

Petricka recorded two outs against the Indians on Monday, but hasn't pitched since, and will head to the shelf while recovering from an elbow injury. There hasn't been any word on a timetable at this point for Petricka, but he will be eligible to return to the club prior to the game in Detroit on Sept. 16.

Petricka (1-1) was charged with a loss and his first blown save of the season after giving up two runs on three hits without recording an out Wednesday against the Dodgers.

EDGE Analysis

It's been a rough start to August for Petricka, who has allowed eight runs through 5.1 innings (seven appearances) so far, raising his ERA to an unsightly 9.00 through 19 innings on the season. While the White Sox remain in a ninth-inning limbo following the trade of Tyler Clippard, it seems Petricka may have taken himself out of the discussion for the time being. In the meantime, Juan Minaya, who appears to be the best option to serve as closer, completed another scoreless outing.

Petricka (elbow) was activated from the 10-day DL on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Petricka was able to complete three innings of rehab with Triple-A Charlotte over the past week, allowing just one hit while striking out two and shaking off the rust. He has been out since late June with elbow soreness, but figures to slide back into the bullpen with high-leverage opportunities looming for the right-hander. Although he hasn't earned regular save opportunities since the 2014 season, Petricka could earn some chances if Tyler Clippard cannot pin down the role.

Petricka (elbow) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Petricka hasn't pitched in a game since June 28, when he reported elbow soreness following a rough outing against the Yankees, but appears close to making a return to the White Sox bullpen before the month concludes. There's no word from the team on how many rehab appearances the right-hander will need before he's deemed ready.