Wed 4/3/13 1:29 PM

The Red Sox are hopeful that Stephen Drew (concussion) will begin a minor league rehab assignment this weekend. This confirms a report by WEEI.com. Drew made it through an extended spring training game on Tuesday and is expected to play in another one on Wednesday. He may need a few days to get his stamina back following the concussion, but it's conceivable that he'll be ready to join Boston's lineup within the next couple of weeks.