Jose Tabata (oblique) has been hitting off a tee and taking underhand toss.

Assuming he progresses on schedule, Tabata is slated to begin a rehab assignment on June 21. He should rejoin the Pirates before the end of the month.

The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports that Jose Tabata (oblique) remains in a "holding pattern."

Tabata has been shut down since being placed on the disabled list in late May. The Pirates were originally hoping he could return in 2-3 weeks, but he's still yet to resume baseball activities. It's not clear if Tabata is dealing with a setback, but there's no timetable for his return.

Jose Tabata (oblique) has resumed physical activities.

Tabata was placed on the disabled list earlier this week with a strained oblique, but his rehab was delayed for a couple of days due to complications after root canal. He could return around mid-to-late June.

Pirates placed OF Jose Tabata on the 15-day disabled list with a strained left oblique.

Tabata is likely to be out for a little over three weeks. The 24-year-old outfielder has a .272/.337/.407 batting line, two homers and six RBI in 36 games this season.

Jose Tabata had a huge day at the plate Saturday, as he went 4-for-5 with a home run, three RBI and three runs scored.

Tabata had a two-run homer in the top of the third inning and an RBI double in the fifth. He needed a triple for the cycle, but fell short in his last plate appearance by flying out to left-center field in the ninth. The 24-year-old outfielder is 7-for-11 over the first three games and has pulled his batting average up from .200 to .279. It's nice to see, but he shouldn't be a consideration in mixed leagues until he becomes a regular in Clint Hurdle's lineup again.

Jose Tabata (hamstring) lined out as a pinch-hitter in the Pirates' loss to the Mariners on Wednesday.

Tabata hasn't started a game since May 1 because of hamstring tightness. The 24-year-old outfielder is batting just .200/.273/.300 in 22 games played this season.

Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said Jose Tabata (hamstring) will likely be available off the bench Tuesday.

Tabata hasn't played since May 1 due to a hamstring injury, but he ran well prior to Tuesday's game. He should be available to start later this week.

Jose Tabata (hamstring) could be available to pinch-hit Saturday.

Tabata has missed the last three games with hamstring tightness and remains day-to-day. The injury isn't considered serious and he should return to a platoon role in right field by early next week.

Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said Friday that Jose Tabata (hamstring) will likely be limited over the next couple of days.

Tabata left Wednesday's game after he felt tightness in his left hamstring while stealing second base. He's already feeling better, but the Pirates will play it safe for now. Consider him day-to-day.

Jose Tabata left Wednesday's game with a tight hamstring.

Tabata felt the discomfort while stealing second base in the eighth inning. He will be evaluated by the Pirates' medical staff on Thursday morning in Pittsburgh.