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News: Wagner feels Good, Hoping for Tuesday

by Matthew Cerrone on September 5th, 2008 at 4:53 pm

Following his bullpen session in Shea Stadium today, Billy Wagner told reporters that he feels good, and that he hopes to return from the disabled list on Tuesday – though the team may choose to take advantage of the two off days next week, and bring him back on Friday.

Wagner said he will throw a simulated game against live hitters on Sunday.

He said the muscles in his arm still feel stiff from time to time, but he is not sore.

According to Jerry Manuel, prior to the game, if Wagner does not end up pitching in a minor-league rehab game before his return, he’ll first be used by the Mets in a non-save situation.