Tommy Hanson could start Friday against the Astros.

Hanson hasn't pitched since May 4, but he threw 75 pitches in a five-inning simulated game on Saturday. There was some talk over him returning Thursday against the Dodgers, but Jason Vargas will make the start on extra rest. Hanson could be pushed back to Saturday if the Angels opt to boot Joe Blanton from the rotation. Either way, he'll be back this weekend. Hanson has been away from the team for nearly a month following the death of his step-brother.

Tommy Hanson could start Thursday night's game against the Dodgers.

Hanson is scheduled to throw 75 pitches Saturday in an extended spring training game and will likely only need one start before returning to the Angels' rotation. He hasn't pitched since May 4 due to a three week stint on the bereavement list.

Tommy Hanson is scheduled to throw 75 pitches Saturday in an extended spring training game.

Hanson has been away from the team since early May due to a death in the family. Since he's had such a long layoff, the assumption is that he'll make at least one more extended spring training start before rejoining the Angels. That means he won't be back until June 4 at the earliest. Hanson is 2-1 with a 3.86 ERA and 17/9 K/BB ratio through his first 28 innings with the Angels.

Jeff Fletcher of the Orange Country Register reports that Tommy Hanson "could be weeks away" from rejoining the Angels' rotation.

Hanson has been away from the team since early May due to the death of his step-brother, and he's now in extended spring training trying to regain his stamina. It sounds like Halos fans will have to deal with Joe Blanton for a while longer.

Angels manager Mike Scioscia said that Tommy Hanson would "most likely not" start on Saturday in Kansas City.

Hanson has been away from the team since early May due to the death of his step-brother. The Halos were hoping he'd be ready to rejoin the rotation on Saturday, but he needs to get some work in at extended spring training first. The right-hander seems like to return sometime next week.

Tommy Hanson could rejoin the Angels' rotation on May 25.

Hanson's been away from the team since early May due to the death of his step-brother. The Angels will use their off day next Monday to skip the No. 5 starter before hopefully getting Hanson back that weekend.

Tommy Hanson has been scratched from his start Wednesday against the Royals.

Hanson is on the bereavement list and remains without a timetable to return. The Angels will continue to go with Barry Enright in his place.

Angels placed RHP Tommy Hanson on the restricted list.

Hanson will miss his scheduled start Friday following the death of his step-brother. It's not clear when he'll return. Barry Enright will start in his place against the White Sox while Michael Roth will replace him on the active roster.

Tommy Hanson will miss his scheduled start Friday following the death of his step-brother.

No word yet on who will replace him. Garrett Richards threw an inning tonight, which would seem to rule him out as an option. Jerome Williams is still slated to start Saturday. Barry Enright could be a possibility.

Tommy Hanson yielded three earned runs over five innings Saturday in the Angels' loss to the Orioles.

Hanson escaped with a no-decision because the O's didn't finalize the victory until the 10th inning. He allowed seven hits -- including two home runs -- while walking two and striking out three. The 26-year-old right-hander owns an underwhelming 4.18 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 17/9 K/BB ratio through his first 28 innings with the Angels. He will try for better next week against the White Sox.

Tommy Hanson held the Athletics to two runs over six innings but lost a win after the Angels' bullpen allowed five runs over the eighth and ninth innings.

Hanson struck out six and gave up just five hits and one walk. Though his 14/7 K/BB ratio over 23 innings leaves a lot to be desired, Hanson has now posted a quality start in three of four tries this season. He'll take a 3.91 ERA and 1.39 WHIP into a start against the Orioles this weekend.

Angels reinstated RHP Tommy Hanson from the bereavement list.

Hanson will get the ball Monday in Oakland. He's put up a 4.24 ERA and 1.53 WHIP over three starts this season.

Angels placed RHP Tommy Hanson on the bereavement list.

Hanson had been scheduled to start Wednesday, but he won't get the ball then since he has to spend at least three days on the bereavement list. The Angels could push him back to Thursday, though it's unclear at the moment what their plans are. Jerome Williams is an option to make a spot start Wednesday.

Tommy Hanson spun six scoreless frames Friday in an 8-1 win over the Tigers.

It was Hanson's first scoreless outing in 43 starts dating back to June 7, 2011. While it was an encouraging outing on the surface, he threw just 57 out of 102 pitches for strikes while issuing four walks and registering just two strikeouts. We'll need to see more before trusting him in shallow mixed leagues. He'll try to keep it going next Wednesday against the Rangers.

Wednesday's game between the Angels and Twins was postponed due to rain.

No makeup date has been announced. The clubs have not revealed whether scheduled starters Tommy Hanson and Vance Worley will be pushed back to Friday or a later date.

Tommy Hanson surrendered five runs in five innings Friday in a loss to the Astros.

Hanson's stuff isn't what it was, and he seems like a fourth starter at best for a major league team right now. AL-only leaguers can leave him active since he'll get a favorable start in Minnesota next week.

Tommy Hanson allowed three earned runs over six innings Saturday in a win over the Angels.

Considering how bad he looked this spring and the injury concerns that he carries, Hanson did pretty well in his 2013 regular season debut. He did not walk a batter and struck out four. The 26-year-old right-hander is safe to start next week against the light-hitting Astros.

Tommy Hanson (triceps) struck out nine while allowing three runs over six innings in a minor league game Monday.

Hanson threw 88 pitches in the outing. The right-hander had to leave his last Cactus League start with tightness in his triceps muscle, but he's back on track to start the season on time. However, with the velocity and performance issues he had last season, he makes for a risky fantasy choice.

Tommy Hanson (triceps) is scheduled to pitch in a Triple-A game on Monday night in Angels camp.

Hanson was originally scheduled to throw in a Cactus League game, but he needs to get his pitch count up so he will face some lesser competition. The right-hander was removed from his most recent Cactus League start with tightness in his triceps muscle. He's a risky fantasy selection this season despite his immense talent.

Tommy Hanson (triceps) played catch Thursday and is expected to make his next scheduled start on Monday.

Hanson was pulled from Wednesday's start after three innings because of tightness in his right triceps muscle, but the Angels were just playing things safe. He remains on track for the start of the regular season.