Blackburn (foot) has shed his walking boot and is expected to begin a throwing program this week, MLB.com reports.
Although the right-hander remains without a timetable for return, this news is naturally encouraging. Blackburn isn't expected back before the All-Star break, considering he may need a full-length rehab assignment whenever he reaches that stage of his recovery.
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