Holliday chose not to participate in a simulated game Saturday due to too much swelling around his right thumb, Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

He seemed optimistic earlier in the week about possibly returning soon, but Holliday was forced to pump the brakes Saturday and delay his first live batting practice session. The next step for Holliday is up in the air, but time is running out for him to make it back onto the field this season.