What It Means:

Miller, who underwent Tommy John surgery last April, was able to throw a bullpen session on Monday. On Thursday, he'll face real hitters as he takes another step in his return to the big league mound. Miller is on track to join the team at some point this summer, though they'll take it slow with their early-season success to this point.

Last season, Miller went 2-2 with a 4.09 ERA and 22 innings pitched through 4 starts.