Jalen Beeks

The Diamondbacks activated LHP Jalen Beeks off the 15-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

Beeks returns from a multi-month absence due to inflammation in his back. He should return to a high-leverage role in the bullpen for Arizona.

Jalen Beeks threw a 23-pitch live batting practice session on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Beeks has been active lately, throwing a 23-pitch bullpen session on July 18, a 31-pitch bullpen on July 22 and a 23-pitch live batting practice session on July 25. While he's eligible to return from the injured list, he may complete a rehab assignment before being activated.

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said there is a very good chance Jalen Beeks will throw to live hitters on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Beeks most recently threw a bullpen session which went well. He will likely face live hitters at least in at least one or two sessions before he is cleared for a rehab assignment.

Jalen Beeks threw a 23-pitch bullpen session.

Fantasy Impact

Beeks landed on the injured list on July 8 with lower back inflammation. He will look to progress to facing live hitters soon.

D-backs left-hander Jalen Beeks (back) is hopeful to return from the 15-day IL when first eligible.

Fantasy Impact

D-backs skipper Torey Lovullo said Beeks had been experiencing back pain for a couple of days but is hopeful the lefty can return as soon as he's eligible. Beeks posted a 4.39 ERA in 42 outings prior to hitting the shelf.