Lars Nootbaar (ribs) takes soft-toss swings Sunday and Monday

Lars Nootbaar (LF,CF,RF - STL)

Cardinals manager Oli Marmol said Lars Nootbaar took soft-toss swings on Sunday and Monday without ill effects from the rib fractures on his left side. (John Denton on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact
Nootbaar is still slated to open the season on the injured list. It doesn't appear like he will miss too much time.