Gonzalez (back) was activated from the injured list Saturday and will bat fifth and serve as the designated hitter against the Padres, Evan Webeck of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Gonzalez has been out for just over two weeks with a strained lower back, but he's ready to go after grabbing four hits (including a pair of homers) in three rehab appearances. He'll be eased back into action as the designated hitter but should be ready to take the field again soon.