Mariners starting pitcher James Paxton (back) said he was pleased with how his first rehab outing went Saturday for Triple-A Tacoma, per The News Tribune.
"I felt pretty good," Paxton said. "I left some pitches out over the middle of the plate, and guys got some good wood on them. I think it was good. Felt like the ball was coming out pretty well. Still got a few things to work on, get some timing back and stuff, but it was pretty good."
The left-handed hurler allowed four hits and three runs (two earned) in three innings, while walking two batters and striking out five. Three of those hits were doubles.
"My evaluation was he did a nice job with it," Rainiers manager Roy Howell said. "Each inning, he progressed a little bit more, threw the ball a little sharper, a little harder. I guess the tell is how he feels tomorrow. But I think he should be pleased with his outing, for sure."