Tommy Edman Will Begin Rehab Assignment Shortly For Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers were one of the more active teams across baseball during the trade deadline. The front office shored up some holes along the roster and a few players have already made an impact.

However, one of the bigger names that Los Angeles acquired has yet to play for the team. Utility player Tommy Edman is still recovering from offseason wrist surgery, while also dealing with an ankle issue while doing a rehab start with the St. Louis Cardinals.

Edman was acquired by the Dodgers in a three-team trade between the Cardinals and Chicago White Sox. Los Angeles is hoping that Edman can join the team soon and it seems like the wish may come true.

Insider Mike DiGiovanna has reported that Edman will begin his rehab assignment at Triple-A on Saturday. He will likely play a few games and if deemed healthy, will then join the Dodgers lineup.

The Dodgers long were interested in landing Edman and are expected to use his versatility when he joins the team. Edman can play multiple positions around the basepaths, giving manager Dave Roberts much to work with.

Last season with the Cardinals, Edman hit .248 with 13 home runs and 47 runs batted in. He was a valuable piece to the St. Louis lineup and now will hope to give the Dodgers a boost in the stretch run of the season.

Los Angeles has seen a large lead in the National League West race disappear and now leads by just 2.5 games over the San Diego Padres. The hope is that Edman can join the team sooner rather than later and Los Angeles can see what their trade deadline acquisition can do.

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