CINCINNATI • Cardinals starting pitcher Lance Lynn, who had Tommy John surgery to rebuild his right elbow this past winter, is expected to visit St. Louis this month, possibly as soon as next week’s homestand. During his visit he’ll have his elbow re-examined, and manager Mike Matheny said the starter is expected to throw a bullpen session for the team.

Lynn has said he hopes to pitch at some point late this season, and his current throwing program would allow for that if he continues without any setbacks.

Matheny said the team has been encouraged by Lynn’s recovery and rehab, which he’s mostly done at the team’s spring training complex in Jupiter, Fla.

REYES STRUGGLES

Top prospect Alex Reyes had his shortest outing yet since arriving at Class AAA Memphis last season. The power righthander struggled with his command and pitch limits during a short 1 2/3-inning outing Tuesday afternoon.

Reyes allowed four runs on six hits and a walk in a 6-5 loss to the Cubs’ Triple-A affiliate, Iowa.

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