Romero (forearm) is slated to begin a throwing program next week, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports.

The Cardinals placed Romero on the 15-day injured list Wednesday with left forearm flexor inflammation.

Romero earned the save in Thursday's 6-1 win over Cincinnati, allowing two hits over 1.1 scoreless innings.

Romero (5-2) allowed a run on one hit over 1.1 innings, taking the loss versus the Rays on Thursday.

Romero (4-1) allowed a hit and a walk over two-thirds of an inning without allowing a run, earning the win in Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader versus the Cubs.

Romero has allowed two runs on two hits and four walks while striking out three over three Grapefruit League innings.

Romero agreed to a one-year contact with the Cardinals on Thursday, avoiding arbitration.

Romero (knee) is still dealing with weakness and instability in his left knee but will throw a bullpen session Sunday, John Denton of MLB.com reports.

Romero was placed on the 15-day injured list on Monday with left knee patellar tendinitis.

Romero picked up the save in Wednesday's 6-4 win over Pittsburgh, allowing one run on two hits while striking out three over two innings.