LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tyler Glasnow is expected to come off the injured list and start against the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday.

Glasnow, a first-time All-Star who went to Texas to participate in the festivities earlier this week, went on the 15-day IL on July 9 with back tightness. 

The 30-year-old right-hander threw about 57 pitches in a three-inning simulated game at Dodger Stadium on Friday, and Dodgers manager Dave Roberts seemed pleased with the workout.

“Really good. His stuff was great. He said he felt good. Back was good,” Roberts said.

Glasnow described his back injury as “tall-guy back, you just get a little twinge. With the break coming up, they thought it was a good idea to take a little time.” He is expected to throw one more bullpen before his start next week.

Glasnow is 8-5 with a 3.47 ERA for the NL West-leading Dodgers.

One potential concern for the Dodgers is that Glasnow has worked 109 innings so far this season, closing in on his career high for innings worked at 120 last season with Tampa Bay.

Three-time Cy Young Award winner Clayton Kershaw, who has yet to pitch for the Dodgers this season, had his second rehab start on Friday. He allowed six hits and three runs, all earned, with two strikeouts and no walks for Triple-A Oklahoma City. He threw 49 strikes out his 67 pitches against Round Rock in Texas.

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tyler Glasnow recently participated in a simulated game as he continues to work his way back from injury. The right-hander, who was acquired by the Dodgers in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays earlier this season, has been sidelined with a forearm injury since early August.

Glasnow looked sharp in the simulated game, throwing all of his pitches and showing good command. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was impressed with what he saw from the 27-year-old and indicated that Glasnow is on track to start against the San Francisco Giants next week.

The addition of Glasnow to the Dodgers’ rotation will be a welcome one, as the team looks to solidify its pitching staff for the stretch run of the season. With the Giants currently leading the NL West, every game is crucial for the Dodgers as they look to secure a playoff spot.

Glasnow has been a key contributor for the Dodgers since joining the team, posting a 2.66 ERA in seven starts. His ability to miss bats and keep hitters off balance will be a valuable asset as the team looks to make a push for the postseason.

Dodgers fans are surely excited to see Glasnow back on the mound and contributing to the team’s success. With his return looming, the team’s chances of making a deep playoff run are looking brighter by the day. Keep an eye out for Glasnow’s start against the Giants next week, as he looks to make a big impact in a crucial divisional matchup.