The Sports Xchange reports that Oakland RP Keith Foulke (neck soreness) is continuing his long throwing program at the team's complex in Phoenix. Foulke, who is throwing more than 100 feet, might be on track to pitch in a game Friday, either at extended spring or as a rehab assignment at Class AAA Sacramento or Class A Stockton.

Geren: Foulke could pitch as soon as Friday

Foulke plays catch at 100 feet

Foulke should return May 2

The Oakland Athletics put RP Keith Foulke on the 15-day disabled list Sunday with stiffness in his neck. Foulke has one save and a 2.57 ERA in seven appearances this season, but hasn't pitched since April 10. The move was retroactive to April 11.

A's place RHP Foulke on 15-day DL

Athletics' Foulke earns first save