Slated for live BP Kirby (shoulder) will throw a live batting practice Monday, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports. Impact Kirby will face live hitters for the first time since being shut down with right shoulder inflammation March 7. The right-hander will need a substantial build up before making his return to the Mariners' rotation, but Monday's session is a substantial step in his recovery. Kirby produced a 3.53 ERA and 1.07 WHIP with a career-high 179 strikeouts over 191 innings in 33 starts last season, and when healthy, he'll provide Seattle with a valuable addition to their big-league club.
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