Jon Lester could be "restricted" on Opening Day for the Chicago Cubs as he continues to build his pitch count up after missing a recent spring start due to arm fatigue.

Lester didn't pitch Saturday against the Seattle Mariners, but is still on pace to throw April 5 when the Cubs host the St. Louis Cardinals.

"He might somewhat be restricted regarding length in that first game," Joe Maddon said.

Maddon indicated that Lester has already reached about 70 pitches in a start this spring but would be limited to 60 in his next appearance on Thursday. His final tuneup next week won't go for more than about 80, which means don't expect him to reach 100 on Opening Day.