Kiermaier (wrist) looked "great" while taking early batting practice before Friday's game according to manager Kevin Cash, and is on track for starting a minor league rehab assignment early next week, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 27-year-old slugger has been progressing well through his rehab, and is expected to put in batting practice sessions over the weekend. Assuming no setbacks, Kiermaier is likely to start a rehab assignment with High-A Charlotte on either Monday or Tuesday.