The Cubs haven't provided another update on Martin's status in nearly a month, making it unclear whether the left-hander suffered a setback in his recovery from a left flexor strain or is simply being ramped up slowly. Martin turned in a 2.16 ERA, 0.84 WHIP and 10:2 K:BB in 8.1 innings over his eight appearances prior to hitting the injured list April 26.

Back on April 27, Martin was diagnosed with a left elbow flexor strain, an injury that was expected to keep him on the shelf for about eight weeks. Though he was recently able to start throwing again, Martin has yet to advance to facing hitters and looks as though he'll wind up missing more time than originally anticipated. Martin had gotten off to a strong start to the season prior to being shelved, posting a 2.16 ERA, 0.84 WHIP and 10:2 K:BB in 8.1 innings over eight appearances.