Laggers (thumb) is expected to be activated before Saturday's game against the Cubs, Marc Carig of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Initially reported to be returning before Sunday's game, Lagares is now expected to be activated before Saturday's tilt, the Mets announced. The 27-year-old has been out since June 14 with a thumb ligament injury but recently played in three rehab games, going 4-for-14 with a triple and two RBI.