Paddack (forearm) threw a live batting practice session Monday, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports.

Paddack (forearm) threw a bullpen session Friday, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports.

Twins president of baseball operations Derek Falvey said Friday that Paddack (forearm) could begin a throwing program soon, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports.

Paddack was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right forearm strain Saturday.

The Twins activated Paddack (arm) from the 15-day injured list Monday.

Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said Friday that Paddack (arm) is doing well in his rehab program and is expected to start in Monday's series opener against the White Sox, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.

The Twins placed Paddack on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with right forearm fatigue.

Paddack did not factor into the decision Thursday against Kansas City, allowing four runs on five hits and two walks over 5.2 innings. He struck out four.

Paddack (4-2) took the loss Tuesday against the Yankees, allowing five runs on 12 hits and two walks across five innings. He struck out four.

Paddack (4-1) earned the win over the Twins on Wednesday, allowing one run on eight hits and one walk while striking out 10 over 5.1 innings.