McCarthy (finger) will make another rehab start over the weekend, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

McCarthy was originally supposed to make a rehab appearance for High-A Rancho Cucamonga on Wednesday, but that was delayed because his blister reopened. He was able to throw bullpen session on Tuesday, and if all goes well in another bullpen Thursday, he'll make his next rehab start sometime over the weekend. The minor-league season is coming to a close, so if he's not ready to return to the majors after his next rehab appearance, the Dodgers will likely have to bring him back through a series of simulated games.

McCarthy (finger) threw a bullpen session Tuesday but it is unclear when he will make his next rehab start, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

He was originally scheduled to pitch a rehab game for High-A Rancho Cucamonga on Wednesday, but that was pushed back and the team has not announced when he will make his next start. Assuming he can return to action soon, McCarthy could be an option in some capacity in September. The Dodgers need an extra starter for Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader in San Diego, but it does not sound like McCarthy will be a realistic option for that date.

McCarthy (finger) is listed as the Friday starter for High-A Rancho Cucamonga, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The game notes list the assignment for McCarthy, who's been on the 10-day disabled list since July 24. His major-league presence would help. Alex Wood (chest) is set to miss at least one start, and despite the fact that Clayton Kershaw (back) may return soon, the Dodgers would be wise to incorporate McCarthy as at least an occasional starter after rosters expand to preserve the health of every member of their rotation possible as they head into the postseason. This may cloud how many outings their rotation members will receive as the regular season winds to a close, which may affect their remaining fantasy value. McCarthy, however, deserves a look in many leagues with his impending activation.

Manager Dave Roberts said McCarthy (finger) will begin a minor-league rehab assignment this week, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

McCarthy is apparently over the blister issue that has kept him on the shelf for the last month. The length of his rehab assignment isn't clear at this point, but he'll join either High-A Rancho Cucamonga or Double-A Tulsa later in the week. Barring any setbacks, he's expected to return to the Dodgers when rosters expand in September.

McCarthy (finger) threw a bullpen session prior to Sunday's tilt against the Giants, J.P. Hoornstra of The Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

It was the veteran's first throwing session since being placed on the disabled list July 24. It has yet to be determined whether the 34-year-old will embark on a rehab assignment once his blister issues have subsided. The Dodgers currently have four proven starters performing well in their rotation, leaving just one available slot as McCarthy and Clayton Kershaw (back) near their respective returns. The latter's inclusion in the rotation understandably takes priority, so the club may opt to take a cautious approach with McCarthy's activation.

McCarthy (finger) officially landed on the disabled list Monday, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Some reports stated that the right-hander may be able to still make his scheduled start Tuesday, but things changed following a bullpen session over the weekend. It's unclear how the Dodgers plan to manage their rotation moving forward, although Kenta Maeda will likely retain his spot in the rotation for now, while Hyun-Jin Ryu returns from the DL to fill another vacancy.

McCarthy (finger) will be placed on the 10-day disabled list according to manager Dave Roberts, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Dodgers' rotation suffered a massive blow Sunday, as news broke that both McCarthy and ace Clayton Kershaw (back) are headed for stints. McCarthy reaggravated a blister on his right index finger in his last outing Thursday but was originally believed to be able to make his next start Tuesday against the Twins, though that won't happen now given his impending DL placement that will hold him out until at least July 30. Kenta Maeda will move from the bullpen to start Tuesday in his place.

McCarthy (finger) tossed a 42-pitch bullpen session Sunday, but it has yet to be officially determined if he'll make his next start Tuesday against the Twins, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Before deciding whether McCarthy will make his next turn, the Dodgers' brass will likely check back in with the right-hander Monday to see if the blister on his finger is presenting any discomfort when he throws. If the Dodgers opt to push McCarthy back in the pitching schedule or deploy him out of the bullpen this week, Kenta Maeda would likely move up a day to make the Tuesday start.

McCarthy (finger) is expected to start Tuesday against the Twins, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

There had been talk of the Dodgers possibly giving McCarthy some time off after he suffered a recurrence of a blister on his finger during Thursday's start. However, it would seem McCarthy's finger has already shown signs of healing. Kenta Maeda will be on standby in case the blister resurfaces.

McCarthy experienced a recurrence of a blister on his finger Thursday, and he may get time off from the rotation to form a callous on it, J.P. Hoornstra of the Southern California News Group reports.

EDGE Analysis

The right-hander left his June 1 game with a blister on his right index finger. No concrete word yet if that's the same issue here, but it's likely, because that's a common location for these setbacks. McCarthy has come back to earth a bit after a sparkling start but remains a solid fantasy asset when healthy. Of course, one of his biggest flaws is his vulnerability to injury, and this may be another chapter of that saga, even if it shades toward a temporary absence.