Beachy plays catch

Brandon Beachy played some catch Sunday, the first time he’s picked up a ball since his setback with elbow inflammation. Beachy threw one set each from 30 and 60 feet, as he began to work his way back into action in his return from Tommy John surgery.

The Braves plan to take it slow with Beachy, who is expected to throw a light bullpen session Tuesday or Wednesday in Kansas City. He’ll need at least a couple of bullpen sessions before going out on another minor league rehabilitation, which means he’s not likely to return until sometime after the All-Star break.

Beachy had felt some stiffness from fluid build-up in his elbow over the final three outings of his minor league rehabilitation assignment and the Braves shut him down on the cusp of making his return June 18 against the Mets. Ultimately, he had 10 days’ rest.