Jose Urquidy

Jose Urquidy is scheduled to make a rehab start this weekend with Triple-A Sugar Land.

Fantasy Impact

Urquidy has yet to pitch in a game this season after suffering inflammation in his forearm. He may need to make at least a few rehab starts as a result.

Jose Urquidy had his scheduled live bullpen session pushed to Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Urquidy was expected to throw a live bullpen session on Sunday. He is on track for a return by the end of May.

Jose Urquidy (forearm) threw off the slope of the mound Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

The veteran continues to progress in his rehab from a right forearm strain. Urquidy will have to progress to facing hitters and complete a rehab assignment before he returns to the Astros’ rotation.

Jose Urquidy played catch on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Urquidy is reportedly close to throwing a bullpen session. He is on track to likely return at some point in May barring any setbacks.

Jose Urquidy (forearm) is close to throwing a bullpen session, per Astros’ manager Joe Espada.

Fantasy Impact

Urquidy appears to be trending towards beginning a ramp up period, which is a welcome sight for the Astros. Fantasy managers should expect Urquidy to need a few rehab outings before returning to the Astros’ rotation.