Red Sox activate RHP Timlin

Mike Timlin will be activated from the DL today, according to the Providence Journal. The 42-year old righty feels healthy following his recovery from his finger injury, and he is ready to join the Red Sox bullpen.The Red Sox have a strong pen, and his fantasy value will likely be limited.

Timlin throws scoreless inning in rehab

Mike Timlin threw a scoreless inning for Triple-A Pawtuckett on Monday, according to the RedSoxwordpress.com.He threw 18 pitches, 12 of which went for strikes, and could return to the Red Sox bullpen in another week as he bounces back from his finger injury.

Red Sox's Timlin makes rehab appearance

Timlin throws bullpen session

Mike Timlin played catch at a distance of 90 feet Monday, according to MLB.com. The veteran, who is on the DL with a lacerated finger, could return to the Red Sox on April 11. He'll go down to Triple-A Pawtucket to pitch in a few games before that.You can bet that Timlin will be pushing to come back on the 11th, since the Sox will be hosting the Yankees.

Timlin to make rehab appearance before return