Warthen: Chris Young returning by June 1 is a 'stretch'

According to Andy McCullough of the Star Ledger, Dan Warthen isn't sure Chris Young will be able to return to the big leagues by June 1, saying:

'If he comes out of (tomorrow's start) feeling good. I think he's going to give us a call and say 'Hey, look. I'd like to go to Buffalo.' And if he comes out still cranky, 'Maybe I should stay in the warmth for a little while.''' It's tough for a timetable right now, but I would think June 1 would be a stretch.'

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Young has not made a rehab start since May 16 after returning home for the birth of his child. He is expected to return to the mound tomorrow night for Single-A St. Lucie. He had surgery to repair a torn capsule in his right shoulder last May.

Young has pitched to a 2.53 ERA in 10 2/3 innings over two rehab starts with St. Lucie.