David O’Brien of The Athletic has revealed that a player is nearing a return from the 10-day injured list, potentially making a comeback as soon as Friday. Despite suffering a fractured right toe from a pitch last week, the player has resumed swinging a bat. In his absence, others have stepped up to cover second base duties, highlighting the team’s adaptability.
#Braves’ Ozzie Albies is progressing quickly from his fractured big toe and has started swinging the bat. Could return as soon as Friday, the day he’s eligible to come off the 10-day IL. If not it’ll be soon after.
— David O'Brien (@DOBrienATL) April 22, 2024
The news of the player’s progress is particularly uplifting given their recent absence from wearing a protective walking boot. The player’s absence has been felt, given their consistent batting prowess, especially at the start of this season. However, the team is facing challenges with other key contributors sidelined due to injuries, making their return all the more crucial. This isn’t the first time the player has faced injury setbacks, with a history dating back to several seasons ago. Despite these challenges, their determination to return to the field remains unwavering.