Cody Bradford, a left-hander for the Texas Rangers, is set to advance in his recovery from an elbow sprain by facing hitters in a live game simulation. He has been sidelined all season since suffering the injury in spring training. Initially, the Rangers hoped rest and rehab would prevent surgery, but Bradford's recent progress, including throwing breaking balls in bullpen sessions without setbacks, suggests he is on the right track.

With his arm feeling strong, Bradford likened this phase of rehab to the start of spring training, focusing on fine-tuning his mechanics and execution. Meanwhile, fellow reliever Josh Sborz is also nearing a return, having accompanied the team on their road trip. Their progress indicates a more advanced stage in rehab compared to Jon Gray, who is recovering from a fractured forearm.