Matt Lindstrom (oblique) played catch Monday and went through a strenuous workout in the training room.

Lindstrom had been shut down since last Tuesday, when he had a setback with his strained oblique. There's no timetable for his return to game action, but he hasn't been ruled out for Opening Day yet. "I'm not tentative, but I'm not real confident in it just yet," Lindstrom said. "It's one of those things where you want to fire it in there as hard as you can, but you don't want it to do what it did last time and take a step back."

Matt Lindstrom (oblique) hopes to resume throwing this week.

The veteran right-hander is taking things cautiously as to avoid further injury, as he suffered a setback while trying to rush back initially. While it shouldn't impact his availability for the start of the regular season, it may not give him enough time to overthrow Nate Jones in the battle to become the team's closer.

Matt Lindstrom will rest for a few days after aggravating his oblique injury earlier this week.

Lindstrom first suffered the injury last week. Oblique injuries are known to sideline players for weeks at a time, so the White Sox aren't going to take any chances at this point.

Matt Lindstrom (oblique) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Tuesday in White Sox camp.

Lindstrom needed a couple days of rest to nurse a strained oblique. He is competing with Nate Jones for Chicago's opening at closer. Jones is probably the favorite.

Matt Lindstrom (oblique) threw on flat ground with no issues Sunday.

It's not clear when he'll be cleared to throw off a mound, but it should be soon. Linstrom has been nursing a mild oblique strain the last few days, but it's not a long-term concern.

Matt Lindstrom declared Saturday that he had "zero concern" about his strained oblique.

The veteran reliever understands that the team is proceeding with caution even though it's a minor concern. He remains optimistic though, and plans on returning to workouts as early as Sunday. He's competing with Nate Jones to open the season as the team's closer, and with his prior experience in the role could be the favorite at this point.

Matt Lindstrom was diagnosed with a mild oblique strain and is expected to resume throwing on Saturday.

The veteran right-hander was held out of workouts as a precautionary measure on Friday, but believes he'll have no problem getting back on the mound on Saturday. He's vying for the team's closer role this spring, and could be featured in that capacity in the beginning of the season in an effort to drive up his trade value.

Matt Lindstrom was scratched from a scheduled appearance Friday due to a sore oblique.

It's not clear at this point how severe the strain is, but the White Sox figure to take it easy with him for a while. Lindstrom is in competition for the closer job this spring but is most likely to be used in a setup role if he's healthy.

White Sox pitching coach Don Cooper noted Sunday that Matt Lindstrom, Nate Jones and Daniel Webb were the three most likely candidates to serve as the team's closer.

Cooper was extremely impressed with Lindstrom's bullpen session on Sunday, noting specifically how well the ball came out of his hand and the life on it. While Jones is the most talented of the bunch, it wouldn't be surprising to see Lindstrom begin the season with the ninth-inning role to build up his value before flipping him in a trade mid-season.

White Sox exercised RHP Matt Lindstrom's $4 million club option for the 2014 season.

It was that or pay him a $500,000 buyout and let him walk. Thornton posted a 3.12 ERA in 60 2/3 innings of relief this season for Chicago. The 33-year-old righty will serve as a setup man for the Pale Hose again in 2014.

FOX Sports' Ken Rosenthal reports that Matt Lindstrom has cleared waivers.

Lindstrom is the kind of guy that probably stands a pretty decent chance at being moved this month. He's making just $2.8 million this season and holds a 3.47 ERA for the White Sox (though he's only struck out 33 over 46 2/3 frames). Someone might view him as an upgrade for a sixth/seventh inning role.

Matt Lindstrom has allowed an earned run in three of his last five relief appearances.

The streaky Idahoan didn't allow a run through April 20, then gave up six in his next four appearances, then was perfect in May until the 10th, when his newest batch of concerns cropped up. The 32-year-old reliever, signed to a one-year, $2.8 million contract over the winter, holds a 4.76 ERA over 17 innings. Lindstrom will continue operating out of a middle relief role.

White Sox signed RHP Matt Lindstrom to a one-year, $2.8 million contract.

The deal also includes a $4 million option for 2014, as well as $2.25 million in bonuses and escalators based on games finished to be paid out over the life of the contract. It's a nice little under-the-radar signing for the Palehose, as Lindstrom boasts a 2.85 ERA and 1.24 WHIP over the last two seasons.

Jon Heyman of CBS Sports reports that free agent right-hander Matt Lindstrom has agreed to terms with the White Sox on a one-year contract.

The deal, which is dependent on Lindstrom passing a physical, also includes an option for the 2014 campaign. The 32-year-old reliever posted a solid 2.68 ERA and 40/14 K/BB ratio over 47 innings for the Orioles and Diamondbacks in 2012, and will work in a setup role in Chicago.

Dan Connolly of the Baltimore Sun reports that the Orioles are among the teams interested in free agent reliever Matt Lindstrom.

The O's traded Lindstrom to the Diamondbacks in August for Joe Saunders, but they would like to bring him back. The 32-year-old right-hander posted a solid 2.68 ERA and 40/14 K/BB ratio over 47 innings this season, so they should have plenty of competition for his services.

Diamondbacks declined RHP Matt Lindstrom's $4 million club option for 2013.

Lindstrom will receive a $200,000 buyout and test free agency. The 32-year-old posted a solid 2.68 ERA and 40/14 K/BB ratio over 47 innings this season between the Orioles and Diamondbacks. While the O's didn't pick up the option, Lindstrom might be able to fetch a multi-year deal this winter.

Diamondbacks acquired RHP Matt Lindstrom and a player to be named later for LHP Joe Saunders and cash considerations.

It's a surprisingly good return for the Diamondbacks, as Saunders is a rental player and hasn't been particularly effective since the All-Star break. Lindstrom has a 2.72 ERA in 35 appearances for the Orioles. His $4 million option in 2013 will likely be declined.

Matt Lindstrom returned to action on Wednesday July 25.

Matt Lindstrom (knee) said he could pitch Monday if needed.

Lindstrom hasn't pitched since being hit in the left knee with a comebacker during Friday's game. He's still dealing with some soreness and swelling, but has done some light running and long-tossing.

Matt Lindstrom was diagnosed with a left knee contusion after taking a comebacker from Johnny Damon in Friday's game against the Indians.

The injury isn't considered serious, but he might not be available Saturday as a precautionary measure. Lindstrom said he expects to be OK, and confirmed he's not dealing with any ligament damage.