Maeda (hamstring) is set to pitch a simulated game Monday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Maeda was placed on the disabled list last week with a tight hamstring after tossing 8.1 innings of two-run ball against the Pirates. While the Dodgers haven't indicated when Maeda may be able to come off the DL, a possible timetable for his return could become available if all goes well Monday. With Rich Hill (finger) and Brandon McCarthy (shoulder) set to come off the disabled list this week, the Dodgers shouldn't need to recall anyone from Triple-A Oklahoma City to take Maeda's place in the rotation. The Dodgers' rotation depth may also prompt them to hold Maeda back a little longer than expected to ensure he is fully healed.

Maeda was placed on the disabled list Thursday with hamstring tightness.

EDGE Analysis

Maeda threw a fantastic game Wednesday, as he allowed just two runs over 8.1 innings and earned his third win of the season, so seeing him land on the disabled list comes as a bit of a surprise. At this point in time there's yet to be any news regarding the severity of Maeda's injury, but more details should become available soon. Hyun-Jin Ryu (hip) came off the DL on Thursday, while Brandon McCarthy (shoulder) and Rich Hill (finger) are expected to be activated early next week, so it's unlikely that the Dodgers will need to recall anyone from Triple-A Oklahoma City to temporarily replace Maeda.

Maeda (3-2) allowed two earned runs on five hits with five strikeouts over 8.1 innings in Wednesday's win over the Pirates.

EDGE Analysis

Maeda was dominant Wednesday, baffling Pirates hitters from the outset in the longest outing of his MLB career. This was an important start; with multiple L.A. starters slated to return from the disabled list soon, Maeda is working to ensure he'll stick in the rotation. Adding the cutter to his arsenal has helped him find success this season in the strikeout department, where he carries a 9.15 K/9. The 29-year-old will look to keep his momentum rolling Monday at San Francisco.

Maeda allowed two runs -- one earned -- on three hits and three walks while striking out eight batters over five innings in a no-decision during Friday's win over San Diego.

EDGE Analysis

After a rocky start to the season (8.05 ERA over four outings), Maeda has now pitched well in consecutive starts with just three earned runs allowed and 16 strikeouts over 12 innings. He's only reached the sixth inning in one outing all season, though, so he still hasn't overcome his inability to pitch deep into games. Maeda will look to keep his solid run going at home against the Pirates next week.

Maeda (2-2) turned in a strong out Friday, tossing seven innings of two-run ball while striking out eight in a win over the Phillies.

EDGE Analysis

The 29-year-old had struggled through his first four starts of the season, but he bounced back in a big way Friday. Maeda used his cutter -- a pitch he never used in 2016 -- to attack Philadelphia's left-handed batters and it resulted in his finest outing this season. This was also the first start where the righty didn't surrender a home run. After getting hit hard in tough matchups in his previous three outings, Maeda may have restored faith in fantasy owners and saved his spot in the rotation with this dominant showing. He has a favorable matchup against the Padres next Friday, a perfect situation to build off of Friday's success.

Maeda's next start has been pushed back to Friday, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Dodgers expressed a desire to push Maeda's start back so he could work on pitching mechanics, and manager Dave Roberts confirmed the move Monday. Maeda has struggled mightily in 2017, having allowed 17 runs over 19 innings despite a solid 19:5 K:BB. Julio Urias is expected to slide into Maeda's previously scheduled Thursday slot.

Maeda's next start may be delayed so he can work on his pitching mechanics, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Manager Dave Roberts believes that Maeda is being too aggressive when throwing his fastball, which is resulting in a lack of control. Maeda's next scheduled start is Thursday against the Giants. While the Dodgers have yet to decide whether or not they'll move his next start, they're entertaining the possibility due to his struggles. Maeda gave up six runs over five innings in Saturday's loss to the Diamondbacks, which brought his ERA and WHIP up to 8.05 and 1.53, respectively.

Maeda will start Saturday against the Diamondbacks instead of Friday, Eric Stephen of SB Nation reports.

EDGE Analysis

With Rich Hill back on the disabled list due to blisters, the Dodgers needed to rearrange their rotation in order to fit Alex Wood. As such, Maeda will be pushed back a day. The fact that Maeda has struggled this season (7.07 ERA in 14 innings) only made that decision easier for the Dodgers.

Maeda only last four innings Saturday, giving up four runs on four hits over four innings. He walked one and struck out five in an eventual win over the Diamondbacks.

EDGE Analysis

The 29-year-old threw just 71 pitches before getting the hook Saturday. After surrendering an early lead, manager Dave Roberts may have simply seen enough from his starter before dipping into a rested bullpen. Maeda hasn't been the same breakout pitcher we saw last year, posting a 7.07 ERA through three starts. The concerning part is his inability to get past the fifth inning in any of his starts so far. Two of his first three starts have come against dangerous offenses (Colorado and Arizona), so it isn't time to panic quite yet. That being said, Maeda's next start comes against these same Diamondbacks, this time in the hitter-friendly confines of Chase Field, so we may have to wait another week before he rights the ship.

Maeda (1-1) allowed four runs on five hits and one walk while striking out five in five innings to defeat the Rockies on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

It was another shaky performance for Maeda, who lost to the lowly Padres in his first start of the year. However, most fantasy owners were probably wary of this one at Coors Field. The good news is that he's struck out nine in his first 10 innings, and if his control remains solid, he'll reward fantasy owners sooner than later.