Kenley Jansen expects to begin rehab assignment on Friday.
by Stan Son | Red Sox Correspondent | Tue, Apr 28th 7:02pm EDT
Kenley Jansen threw off a mound today. He is expected to begin a rehab assignment at Single-A Rancho Cucamonga on Friday. (Bill Plunkett on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact:
Jansen has said that he would like to return sometime in mid-May. That looks like a distinct possibility now. If no complications arise, Jansen should immediately be thrust into the closer role and be elite the rest of the season. 30+ saves with 75+ strikeouts should be attainable.
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