The Colorado Rockies placed starting pitcher Kyle Freeland on the injured list on June 15 after he experienced back stiffness. From the sounds of it, Freeland is preparing for a return to the mound soon. Reports indicate that Freeland, who is 32 years old, is aiming to return on Friday and start for the Rockies against the Milwaukee Brewers, according to Thomas Harding of MLB.com. After was is being called an aggressive bullpen session, Colorado is ready to bring Freeland back to the rotation.