Yuki Matsui

The Padres activated Yuki Matsui from the injured list.

Fantasy Impact

Matsui has been down since the end of spring training with a left groin strain. Kyle Hart was optioned as the corresponding move.

Matsui missed the entire Cactus League slate due to a groin strain and has been working his way back on a rehab assignment at Triple-A El Paso. He has turned in two scoreless appearances there.

Fantasy Impact

No target date has been set for his activation from the 15-day IL, though it could come at any point.

The Padres placed LHP Yuki Matsui on the 15-day injured list with a left groin strain.

Fantasy Impact

Matsui was able to throw live batting practice. He shouldn't miss too much more time in the season.

Matsui suffered a groin injury during a live batting practice session in February and hasn't appeared in a game this spring. He resumed throwing off a mound in early March and is slated to face live hitters again within the next several days.

Fantasy Impact

Manager Craig Stammen said Friday that Matsui will open the season on the injured list, though if his rehab continues to progress smoothly he may not need to exceed the 15-day minimum.

Matsui (groin) has received clearance to throw off a mound and took part in defensive drills on Monday. Opening Day availability remains uncertain.

Fantasy Impact

Additional side sessions will be required before San Diego places him in Cactus League game action. Matsui is progressing through his return from the groin injury that has limited his spring preparation.