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Hudson (knee) has been throwing bullpen sessions but isn't close to a return, Sonja Chen of MLB.com reports.

Hudson is still making his way back from left knee surgery, and the team has zero intention of rushing him back before he's ready. The veteran right-hander remains without a firm timetable for a return.

Nelson (elbow) threw Monday at Camelback Ranch and is closing in on a rehab assignment, Sonja Chen of MLB.com reports.

Nelson has been on the 15-day injured list since March 30 as he continues to recover from Tommy John surgery, and the news out of Dodgers' camp has been promising for the right-hander. The club will likely re-evaluate Nelson on Tuesday following his latest throwing session to determine whether he's ready for live action.

Pivetta allowed three hits and two walks over five shutout frames during Monday's loss to the Rays. He struck out six and did not factor in the decision.

Pivetta was locked into a pitcher's duel and was denied his first win due to Boston's lackluster offense. Despite walking just two batters, 30 of his 83 pitches were balls. Pivetta forced 14 whiffs on 37 swings and now has a 12:5 K:BB through 10 innings. He's lined up for a home matchup with the Angels this weekend.

Fleming allowed one hit across four shutout frames during Monday's win over Boston. He struck five and did not factor in the decision.

The 26-year-old southpaw took the mound in the third inning after Jalen Beeks tossed a pair of scoreless frames. Fleming threw 31 of 47 pitches for strikes, including eight whiffs. It was a strong rebound after he was crushed for five runs against the Nationals in his season debut.

Fairbanks struck out one in a perfect ninth inning to earn a save over Boston on Monday.

Fairbanks finally got his first save chance of the season after the Rays steamrolled through their first nine games. He needed just 10 pitches to quickly finish off the Red Sox. Fairbanks has tossed three shutout innings while allowing just one hit.

Jameson will start Wednesday against the Brewers, Jody Jackson of Bally Sports Arizona reports.

Jameson is moving into the rotation to replace Zach Davies after Davies was placed on the 15-day injured list with his oblique strain. The right-hander has registered a 2.16 ERA and whiffed eight hitters in his 8.1 innings of work. There are some talented arms in the Arizona system who could replace Jameson if he struggles early -- namely top prospect Brandon Pfaadt -- but it seems likely that he'll be given a few turns in the rotation to begin the year.

Hughes (knee) is set to make his second rehab appearance with Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

Hughes will get in another tune-up outing after he struck out one over a scoreless inning Saturday for Iowa while scattering two hits and a walk. If Hughes' left knee checks out fine following his upcoming appearance Tuesday, he could be cleared to return from the 15-day injured list ahead of this weekend's series in Los Angeles.

Okert (groin) is scheduled to make his second rehab appearance with Triple-A Jacksonville on Wednesday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.

If all goes well during Okert's upcoming outing, he could be reinstated from the 15-day injured list ahead of the Marlins' series with the Diamondbacks this weekend. Okert was sharp during his first appearance for Jacksonville on Sunday, issuing one walk and giving up no hits while striking out three batters in the one-inning, 21-pitch outing.

Nance (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a 30-pitch bullpen session Tuesday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.

Nance had been limited to throwing a 20-pitch bullpen session last week, so he appears to be taking an incremental step forward as he works his way back from a sore right shoulder. The 32-year-old will likely handle a low-leverage role out of the Miami bullpen once activated from the 15-day injured list.

Mills (elbow) has resumed throwing and playing catch from 60-65 feet away, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Mills is currently on the injured list due to inflammation in his right elbow. The right-hander's next step would be to throw bullpens, and because he's been out since the middle of March he'll likely need a lengthy rehab assignment before joining the Boston bullpen near the start of May.