Kiermaier (hip) took a few swings and began playing catch for the first time since landing on the disabled list prior to Friday's game with the Red Sox, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Just a day after losing the crutches, Kiermaier was able to toss the ball around and take dry swings as he begins the lengthy road back from a fractured hip. This news shows that the outfielder is making good progress, but there has yet to be a structured timetable for Kiermaier's return.

Kiermaier (hip) is able to move without the use of crutches, Roger Mooney of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is a big step in his recovery process, as it likely means that he'll be able to resume light agility and strengthening drills relatively soon. No official timetable for those events has been disclosed as of now, although most expect Kiermaier to return sometime in mid-August.

Kiermaier (hip) was transferred to the 60-day disabled list Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

The Rays selected the contract of minor-league hurler Adam Kolarek on Tuesday, so they utilized the Kiermaier move to open up a spot on the 40-man roster. The rangy outfielder remains out indefinitely with a fractured hip.

Kiermaier (hip) was placed on the 10-day DL on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

It was reported earlier Friday that Kiermaier suffered a fracture in his hip stemming from sliding into first bag Thursday night. The Rays have now officially placed the centerfielder on the disabled list while calling up Mallex Smith from Triple-A Durham to provide outfield depth. Kiermaier will miss at least two months with the injury and is unlikely to return before the middle of August.

Kiermaier (hip) will be out at least two months after fracturing his hip during Thursday's game against the White Sox, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kiermaier was seen on crutches after the game, following an injury that occurred while sliding into first base that forced him to exit the game. The initial reports diagnosed the centerfielder with a jammed hip, but further testing that included a CT scan, an MRI and X-rays revealed the significant injury that will hold Kiermaier out until mid-August. The Rays have not placed him on the disabled list yet, but will likely bring up Mallex Smith from Triple-A Durham when the team decides to place him there. For the time being, Peter Bourjos will likely take over in center.

Kiermaier (hip) was seen using crutches in the clubhouse after Thursday's win over the White Sox, Roger Mooney of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Gold Glove center fielder was lifted from Thursday's game after suffering an injury on a slide into first base. The Rays have already diagnosed him with a jammed hip, but the full extent of Kiermaier's injury won't be known until he goes for further testing Friday. If Kiermaier is held out for the series opener against the A's, Peter Bourjos would be a viable option to take over in center.

Kiermaier left Thursday's game with a jammed right hip and he is being sent for further testing, Roger Mooney of the Tampa Bay TImes reports.

EDGE Analysis

The speedy outfielder injured his hip on an awkward slide into first base as he tried to scrape out an infield single. He left the field gingerly while being accompanied by the Rays' training staff. At this time, Kiermaier should be considered day-to-day heading into Friday's series opener against the A's, but his status should come into focus following his evaluation from the medical staff late Thursday.

Kiermaier exited Thursday's game in the fifth inning after sliding into first base on a ground ball, Roger Mooney of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Colby Rasmus entered the game in left field while Peter Bourjos slid over to center to take over for the injured Kiermaier. The extent of Kiermaier's injury is unknown at this point, but it appeared that he suffered a possible leg injury on his slide into first. Kiermaier left the field with the team training staff and there figures to be a further update on his status later in Thursday's game.

Kiermaier went 3-for-4 in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the White Sox.

EDGE Analysis

Kiermaier now owns a .500 average against White Sox starter Jose Quintana over 14 career at-bats and boasts 10 multi-hit efforts in his last 23 games. The Gold Glove outfielder has resurrected his offense during that stretch, compiling six doubles, a triple, six home runs, 12 RBI, 14 runs and a .419 wOBA in 100 plate appearances while raising his season average 54 points to .261.

Kiermaier went 3-for-4 with a double and a two-run home run in Friday's 12-4 loss to the Mariners.

EDGE Analysis

He's now homered in three straight games, giving him seven on the season, and Kiermaier has a .375/.412/.906 slash line over the last week. The 27-year-old's overall numbers on the season are on par with last year's performance on a per-game basis, but if he can stay healthy he should shatter his previous career highs in all the counting stat categories.