You can safely put Frank Francisco into the group of players to avoid on draft day.

Francisco, who looked like the closer for the Mets heading into spring training, is not throwing because of elbow inflammation.

That’s a significant warning sign at the start of spring training, so the situation needs to be monitored.

The news puts Bobby Parnell on the list of sleeper relievers and relievers to target as you prepare for your fantasy baseball drafts.

– Rick Green (follow me on Twitter @ETNrgreen)