Fowler (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment with Single-A South Bend on Friday, Patrick Mooney of CSNChicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

Fowler has been progressing smoothly from a hamstring strain he suffered in mid-June, completing lateral movement drills, outfield work, and base running, and is now set to begin the final hurdle in his rehab program. He'll head to Single-A South Bend now to acclimate himself to game action and is likely in line to return to the Cubs lineup immediately following the All-Star Break.