Quick update before tonight's game: Freddy Garcia (right biceps tendinitis) threw 30 fastballs off a mound on a far-off field at the Carpenter Complex. Pitching coach Rich Dubee said he was pleased with the quality of the fastballs. Depending on how Garcia feels today, he may pitch in a minor-league game Thursday, and the Phillies still think he'll be able to make his first start, likely during the April 6-8 series at Florida.In other injury news, RHP Jon Lieber (strained oblique) will begin a throwing program tomorrow but probably won't be ready for the season. C Carlos Ruiz played in a minor-league game at Tampa and took batting practice with the Phillies upon his return. It appears he won't need to go on the disabled list. C/INF Chris Coste (hamstring) played in a minor-league game at Tampa and will play in another minor-league game tomorrow. But he probably will need to open the season on the DL.
Check tomorrow's News Journal for more. ... More after the game.
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