CHICAGO _ Yu Darvish, who hasn't pitched for the Cubs since May 20 because of right triceps tendinitis, will throw a simulated game Tuesday.
Closer Brandon Morrow, out since July 15 with right biceps tendinitis, played long toss Friday.
Drew Smyly, the 29-year-old lefty signed to a two-year deal despite undergoing Tommy John elbow reconstruction surgery last summer, expressed some concern over lingering soreness on days after he throws bullpen sessions but said Saturday that "the doctors and trainers say it's normal."
Darvish told Smyly it took 14-15 months for him to return to the majors. Smyly, just past 13 months, remains hopeful for a September return.
