Santana (hamstring) will be activated from the DL Monday if he doesn't have a setback on a rehab assignment this weekend, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. He went 0-for-3 Friday while playing center field for Triple-A Rochester.

EDGE Analysis

When Santana returns from the DL, Max Kepler will likely be sent back to Triple-A.

Santana (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment Wednesday at High-A Fort Myers, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Santana has avoided any setbacks since he progressed to running in the recent past, and thus, the Twins have given clearance to kick off the final stages of his recovery. Upon his eventual return to the majors, he'll be relegated to a deep reserve role, though Trevor Plouffe's rib injury could open the door for a bit more time at shortstop.

Santana (hamstring) could start a rehab assignment by as soon as the middle of the week, Mike Berardino of the Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Santana hasn't experienced any setbacks in his recovery from the hamstring injury that placed him on the 15-day disabled list. If his rehab assignment goes well, it's likely he'll return to the Twins' lineup in the next week or two.

Twins GM Terry Ryan said Sunday that he doesn't anticipate Santana (hamstring) being sidelined for much longer than the minimum 15 days, MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger reports.

EDGE Analysis

Santana strained his hamstring Saturday against the Royals and was quickly banished to the disabled list, but a follow-up MRI has apparently lessened the concern the organization had about the severity of the injury. The Twins called up one of their top prospects in Max Kepler to help fill the void in the outfield while Santana is out, but for the time being, the trio of Byron Buxton, Miguel Sano, and Eddie Rosario will function as the regular starters at the three spots.

Santana (hamstring) is headed to the 15-day DL, Mike Berardino of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Santana said he's not sure how long he'll be out, but his hamstring is very sore after leaving Saturday's game with the injury. Versatile prospect Max Kepler could be an option to be recalled to take Santana's spot on the 25-man roster, as he is already on the 40-man roster. Oswaldo Arcia could also be headed for more at-bats.

Santana suffered an apparent leg injury during Saturday's game against the Royals, Mike Berardino of the Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

The severity of Santana's injury is unclear, but the report indicates that he could see a stint on the disabled list. There will likely be an update regarding the severity of his injury within the next couple of days.

Santana went 2-for-4 in Thursday's loss to Baltimore, collecting a stolen base and also getting caught stealing.

EDGE Analysis

He made an appearance as a pinch runner in Wednesday's game, but this was Santana's first meaningful appearances of the season, and he got to bat second. However, with the Twins' three outfield spots and shortstop already spoken for, Santana won't see a heck of a lot of work unless injuries strike his compadres.

Santana will make his season debut Thursday, batting second and playing right field against the Orioles.

EDGE Analysis

Santana will be playing out of his natural position Thursday as he'll start in right field for the first time in his career. He does have some experience in the outfield, however, but that experience mostly comes from his time in center field in 2014. Santana is coming off a strong spring, slashing .364/.398/.531, and he'll get to bat second in the order against Ubaldo Jimenez.

Santana went 3-for-5 at the plate Monday with a run, walk, and two stolen bases.

EDGE Analysis

Santana has shown signs that he's returning to his 2014 form this spring as he's compiled a .298 average (14-for-47) in 15 games. Santana's BA dropped from .319 to .215 from 2014 to 2015, so it is unclear which Santana will show up for the 2016 campaign. The 25-year-old looks to work in a utility role this season given his ability to play both infield and outfield.

Santana is almost certain to make the 25-man roster as a reserve with Darin Mastroianni and Carlos Quentin sent to the minors, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Santana will work in a utility role off the bench where he can play both the outfield and infield. He's hitting .238 (10-for-42) with a home run. He may not get many at-bats unless someone gets hurt.