Tampa Bay has been operating without several outfielders, with Josh Lowe, Jonny DeLuca, Jake Mangum, and Richie Palacios currently sidelined.
Of these outfielders, Lowe looks to be the closest to a return. Lowe began a rehab assignment with the Florida Complex League on May 6, which was transferred to AAA-Durham on May 8. Reports suggest Lowe could return as soon as this weekend’s series in Miami. Based on recent updates, Mangum may be the next to return after Lowe, as he is expected to be evaluated next week for a potential rehab assignment. Palacios and DeLuca may not be far behind Mangum, though it seems both are trending towards returning at some point in June.
With Tampa Bay getting little production from its outfield...
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