Kelly (biceps) could begin a rehab assignment this weekend, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kelly is in the final stages of recovery from a biceps strain which dates back to last October. He's expected to pitch one more time at the team's spring training complex and will embark on a rehab assignment if that outing goes well.

Manager Tony La Russa said Kelly (biceps) is throwing in the mid-90s with no discomfort and is scheduled to face live hitters this week, Vinnie Duber of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kelly is working out at the White Sox's extended spring training in Arizona, and he may be able to return from the injured list without a minor-league rehab assignment. Even if the 33-year-old does head to the minors, it shouldn't delay his return very long.

White Sox general manager Rick Hahn said that Kelly (biceps) could soon face hitters at extended spring training before heading out on a minor-league rehab assignment before the end of April, Vinnie Duber of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kelly hasn't experienced any setbacks from the strained right biceps he sustained while pitching with the Dodgers in the NLCS last year, but the slow progression in his recovery over the offseason resulted in him being placed on the White Sox's 10-day injured list to begin the season. Since joining the White Sox in spring training, Kelly has gradually been advancing through his throwing program, and he appears close to reaching the final phase of his rehab. If he continues to avoid setbacks, Kelly looks like he could be ready to return from the IL by early May, if not the final week of April.

Kelly (biceps) was placed on the 10-day injured list Thursday, retroactive to April 4.

EDGE Analysis

Kelly landed a two-year contract with the White Sox in mid-March, but he'll be unavailable to begin the regular season due to a nerve issue related to the biceps strain he sustained while pitching for the Dodgers in the NLCS last year. It's not clear whether he'll be able to return after spending the minimum of 10 days on the IL, but he'll likely be in the mix for a setup role once healthy since Craig Kimbrel was recently traded to the Dodgers.

White Sox general manager Rick Hahn said Monday that Kelly (biceps) isn't expected to be ready to pitch by Opening Day, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hahn provided the update on Kelly's condition after the White Sox officially confirmed the reliever's signing on a two-year, $17 million contract. Though Hahn acknowledged that Kelly himself would probably say that he's on track for the start of the season, the White Sox are inclined to take a more cautious approach with the right-hander while he continues to build back up from a nerve issue related to the biceps strain he sustained during the NLCS while pitching for the Dodgers last fall. Once healthy, Kelly is expected to slot into a middle-relief role for a White Sox bullpen that is overflowing with impressive arms.

Kelly (biceps) signed a two-year deal with the White Sox on Saturday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kelly strained his biceps during the NLCS, and it's not yet clear whether or not he'll be ready to go by Opening Day. He has the potential to fill a high-leverage role, as he owns a 2.67 ERA over the last two seasons and a 3.62 mark since becoming a full-time reliever in 2017. It would take multiple injuries or trades for him to get the chance to close, however, as the White Sox have an elite duo at the back of their bullpen in Liam Hendriks and Craig Kimbrel.

Kelly (biceps) had his team option declined by the Dodgers on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Kelly will be paid a $4 million buyout rather than a $12 million salary. He was an important part of the Dodgers' bullpen in 2021, riding a career-high 27.5 percent strikeout rate to a 2.86 ERA. The team could still try to bring him back at a lower dollar amount, though the strained biceps he suffered during the NLCS adds a fair amount of uncertainty to the veteran's profile this winter.

Kelly (biceps) was dropped from the Dodgers' NLCS roster Friday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The move means Kelly will be ineligible to pitch in the World Series should the Dodgers advance, but that was already going to be the case, as the biceps strain he suffered in Game 5 on Thursday will keep him out for the rest of the year. Whether or not the injury will still be an injury at the start of spring training is not yet clear. David Price will replace him on the playoff roster.

Kelly (biceps) will not pitch again this season, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Timesreports.

EDGE Analysis

Kelly served as the opener in Game 5 of the NLCS on Thursday but was forced out of the game early due to a right biceps strain. He won't pitch again this season, but a clearer timeline has yet to be determined.

Kelly exited Game 5 of the NLCS against Atlanta on Thursday with right biceps tightness, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kelly was originally reported to be dealing with a shoulder injury, though the team quickly announced the biceps issue. He served as the opener in the contest but lasted only 28 pitches and recorded two outs. Prior to being removed, Kelly allowed a two-run home run to Freddie Freeman.