Anderson (forearm) was activated from the 10-day injured list Friday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 30-year-old threw a successful simulated game Wednesday and is now ready to rejoin the Rays after missing the past two-plus weeks with right forearm inflammation. Anderson has allowed only four hits with a 15:1 K:BB through 9.1 innings this year, and he should reclaim a high-leverage role for manager Kevin Cash, including save chances.

Anderson (forearm) threw a successful sim game Wednesday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Manager Kevin Cash said that Anderson's bullpen session Monday was "very encouraging," and he had another positive update regarding his throwing session Wednesday. The right-hander could potentially return for the Rays' weekend series against the Marlins as long as he continues to respond well.

Anderson (forearm) is scheduled to throw a simulated game Wednesday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

The right-hander threw a live batting practice session Monday which manager Kevin Cash called "very encouraging," as he appears to be nearing his return from the injured list. If all goes well during Wednesday's sim game, Anderson could be activated for the weekend series against the Marlins.

Anderson (forearm) completed what manager Kevin Cash said was a "very encouraging" live batting practice session Monday in Port Charlotte, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

This news comes on the heels of Anderson completing a successful 15-pitch bullpen session Saturday. The fact Anderson looked good against live hitters 48 hours later led Cash to remark the hard-throwing reliever could very well be ready for activation when the Rays return from their road trip Friday.

Anderson (forearm) threw a 15-pitch bullpen session Saturday and will likely also throw a live bullpen Monday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Manager Kevin Cash was fairly optimistic Wednesday that Anderson would be able to come off the 10-day injured list when first eligible Sunday. However, it appears as though the 30-year-old needs to complete at least one more successful throwing session before rejoining the team. Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reported that Anderson is now on track to be activated when the Rays return home to face the Marlins in a series starting next Friday.

Manager Kevin Cash expressed optimism that Anderson (forearm) will be ready to return from the 10-day injured list Sunday when first eligible, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Cash reiterated Tuesday that Anderson was "doing well" since being shut down over the weekend with right forearm inflammation, but the skipper didn't specify whether the 30-year-old has resumed throwing. Assuming Anderson can at least complete a pain-free bullpen session within the next few days, he'll have a good chance at meeting his goal of an abbreviated stay on the IL. Anderson had been dominant at the back of the Tampa Bay bullpen prior to hitting the shelf, converting three saves while turning in a 0.54 WHIP and a 15:1 K:BB over 9.1 scoreless innings.

Anderson and manager Kevin Cash both indicated that the forearm issue that landed the right-hander on the 10-day injured list Sunday isn't considered serious, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. "Not really worried," Anderson said. "Honestly, a couple days off and [I'll] kind of get back in the swing of things. Should be good in a week or so."

EDGE Analysis

Players are generally more optimistic about quick returns from injury than club officials, but since Cash was similarly confident that Anderson would be in line for a brief stint on the IL, Anderson's words hold more merit. According to Cash, Anderson was given Thursday off after appearing in games the previous two days, but the right-hander informed the coaching staff he didn't feel right while playing catch Friday. Tampa Bay sent Anderson in for an MRI over the weekend that didn't reveal anything overly concerning, but the team still opted to err on the side of caution by shutting him down. While Anderson is on the mend, the Rays will likely turn to Diego Castillo as their preferred option for save situations.

The Rays placed Anderson on the 10-day injured list Sunday with right forearm inflammation, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson becomes the ninth key Rays pitcher to head to the IL, and the most significant bullpen arm. Though manager Kevin Cash has leaned on multiple pitchers in save situations this season, Anderson has led the Rays' closer committee, converting all three of his save chances while tossing 9.1 scoreless innings and posting a 0.54 WHIP and 15:1 K:BB. While Anderson is sidelined, Diego Castillo now looks to be the best bet for saves out of the Tampa Bay bullpen.

Anderson was credited with his fourth hold in a win over the Yankees on Wednesday, firing a perfect eighth inning during which he recorded two strikeouts.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson mowed through the trio of Luke Voit, Gio Urshela and Mike Ford on just 13 pitches, nine of which he threw for strikes. The right-hander extended his season-opening scoreless streak to 11 appearances in the process, and he now owns a sparkling 15:1 K:BB over 9.1 innings to go along with four holds and three saves.

Anderson faced one batter and induced a flyout to earn the save in Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Yankees.

EDGE Analysis

Tampa Bay held a 5-1 lead entering the final frame, but New York rallied for two runs, prompting Anderson to be called upon to face Aaron Judge with a runner on second base. It was the right-hander's second save of the season, both of which occurred with him entering with at least one runner on base and the tying run at the plate. Anderson is clearly one of manager Kevin Cash's most trusted relievers, but early on in 2020 that's meant he's utilized in the highest-leverage situations, not necessarily as the closer. The 30-year-old should still record some saves along the way as he has thus far while firing 4.1 scoreless innings, but it won't be with the consistency of a traditional closer.