Bello has been slowed in camp by right shoulder soreness but has been throwing on flat ground without issue and will take the next step in his throwing progression Friday. The Red Sox remain optimistic that the right-hander has enough time to be ready for Opening Day, but Bello will have to continue showing progress without having any setbacks.

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Red Sox starter Brayan Bello, who was shut down for a few days earlier in camp because of shoulder soreness, will throw a bullpen session Friday, manager Alex Cora said. The Red Sox still think Bello will be ready for the Opening Day roster.