Betancourt taking more time; Street improving

Rockies right-handed reliever Rafael Betancourt, who fell behind in his season preparation because of an illness, has suffered another slight setback — stiffness in his right shoulder.

Betancourt, the eighth-inning setup man, threw a live batting practice session on Wednesday but the shoulder tightened. He’s hoping to play catch on Saturday. No word on when he’ll be available for Cactus League action.

“We’re going to go on his timetable, not on our timetable,” Rockies pitching coach Bob Apodaca said.

Rockies right-handed closer Huston Street, who also has experienced tightness in his right shoulder, has thrown on flat ground the last two days, will play catch Saturday and could throw from the mound on Sunday, Rockies head trainer Keith Dugger said.