Bryant (back) will report to Triple-A Albuquerque on Tuesday for a rehab assignment and could rejoin the Rockies for Friday's series opener against the Mets, Nick Groke of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 30-year-old received a cortisone injection last week and resumed taking batting practice Friday, and his ramping up of baseball activities over the past few days has apparently gone well. Bryant landed on the injured list with back stiffness in late April, but he could be back in the lineup for Colorado by the end of the upcoming week.

Bryant (back) took light batting practice Friday, Nick Groke of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bryant received a cortisone shot early this week and was shut down for a few days, but he was able to take swings in the cage Friday. Assuming he feels good after his hitting session, he's expected to ramp up his activity level Saturday and Sunday before being re-evaluated. The 30-year-old will likely be in the mix to begin a rehab assignment sometime next week.

Bryant (back) said Sunday that he'll receive a cortisone shot, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bryant will be shut down for a few days after receiving his cortisone shot, but he hopes the decision will speed up his recovery process. Once the 30-year-old is healthy, he expects to require a brief rehab assignment to work on his timing.

Manager Bud Black said Saturday that Bryant (back) is making "steady progress in his recovery, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Rockies revealed Wednesday that Bryant hasn't yet resumed hitting, but he's apparently making progress in other areas as he works to recover from his back injury. However, the 30-year-old will remain at the team's extended spring training facility in Arizona to continue his recovery once the Rockies travel to San Francisco this week.

Manager Bud Black said Wednesday that Bryant (back) hasn't yet resumed hitting, Patrick Lyons of TheDNVR.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bryant played catch Sunday, but he hasn't yet been cleared to hit as he continues to deal with his back injury. The 30-year-old is eligible to return from the IL as early as Saturday against the Diamondbacks, but it appears as though he'll require additional time to recover. Bryant previously mentioned the possibility of a rehab assignment, but that will likely be decided once he's able to resume hitting.

Bryant (back) played catch Sunday but remains without a timetable to return, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bryant has yet to swing a bat since hitting the injured list, and Sunday marked his first reported activity of any kind since first being sidelined. While it remains possible that he returns when initially eligible Friday, that doesn't seem overly likely given that Bryant mentioned the possibility of going on a rehab assignment before activation. Sam Hilliard should continue to receive an uptick in playing time in Bryant's absence, though he has played exclusively against right-handed pitchers this season.

Bryant (back) landed on the 10-day injured list Friday, Nick Groke of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bryant hasn't played since being scratched from the lineup Tuesday against the Phillies due to a stiff back. His injured list placement can be backdated by three days, allowing him to return next Friday, though it's not yet clear if he'll be able to do so. Elehuris Montero was recalled to take his place on the roster.

Manager Bud Black said Friday that Bryant (back) could require a trip to the injured list, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bryant has missed the last three games due to back stiffness, and he's still dealing with the issue ahead of Friday's series opener against Cincinnati. If the 30-year-old ultimately heads to the IL, Connor Joe and Sam Hilliard would likely see most of the playing time in left field in Bryant's absence.

Bryant (back) isn't starting Thursday against the Phillies.

EDGE Analysis

Bryant was scratched from Tuesday's lineup due to back stiffness, and he'll remain out of the starting nine for a third consecutive game. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available off the bench in Thursday's series finale, but Sam Hilliard will start in left field and bat seventh.

Bryant (back) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game in Philadelphia.

EDGE Analysis

Bryant will need at least one more day to work through a stiff back, so he'll remain on the bench for the second straight game. Connor Joe will cover left field in Bryant's stead.