Availability
Josh Smith took live batting practice on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
Smith originally landed on the injured list on May 5 with a strained glute, but his recovery was later complicated by wrist inflammation and a hospitalization due to viral meningitis. He has since progressed to taking live batting practice and could begin a minor league rehab assignment as soon as next week.
The Rangers say Josh Smith has not been cleared to resume baseball activities.
Fantasy Impact
Smith was able to to some jogging again on Friday. He remains without a clear timetable to return.
Josh Smith has resumed baseball activities.
Fantasy Impact
Smith was back with the Rangers on Thursday. He remains without a clear timetable to return. He'll figure to make a rehab assignment before returning.
Josh Smith was back with the Rangers on Thursday.
Fantasy Impact
Smith was away from the team due to viral meningitis. He was able to resume a workout and light jogging on Thursday.
Josh Smith has been diagnosed viral meninigtis.
Fantasy Impact
Smith will be in a Dallas-area hospital for 7-10 days and then will return to the team.