Lopez (back) will take the mound for Friday's start against the Rays.
Lopez was able to toss a 30-to-35 pitch bullpen Tuesday, which marked his third session on the mound since landing on the DL on Aug. 19. The right-hander didn't need to embark upon a rehab assignment, as manager Rick Renteria is confident that Lopez is near full health and ready to face major-league hitting. During two starts with the club this season, Lopez has allowed eight earned runs on nine hits and seven walks while striking out 12 over 10.1 innings.