Manager Robin Ventura on Wednesday said Avila (hamstring) should begin a rehab assignment this week, the Chicago Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

It is unclear how long Avila might need to spend in the minors rehabbing before the Sox activate him, but one would think it would not be more than a few games. Upon return, Avila should re-slot into a timeshare behind the plate with Dioner Navarro.