Williamson (concussion) is slated to be reinstated from the 10-day disabled list Friday, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

It was rumored that Williamson could return in the near future, but it's nearly certain he'll come off the disabled list Friday. He's missed close to a month recovering from a concussion, as he was placed on the DL at the end of April. The Giants desperately need a big bat in their lineup, and Williamson hopes to provide just that.

Williamson (concussion) might be able to return for San Francisco's upcoming series against the Cubs, John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williamson has missed significant time dealing with a concussion, but he's been playing at Triple-A Sacramento and is slated to be reinstated from the disabled list in the near future barring a setback. The 27-year-old outfielder appeared in just five games prior to the injury, hitting .316 with three home runs and six RBI.

Williamson (concussion) began his rehab assignment Friday, homering in a start with Triple-A Sacramento, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

Manager Bruce Bochy stated that Williamson wouldn't be back before the conclusion of their upcoming two-game set in Houston next week, but his healthy showing in his rehab start -- coupled with the Giants' offensive struggles -- could change the skipper's plans. The slugging outfielder flashed his raw power with three homers in 19 plate appearances prior to going down with a concussion April 25. Owners in need of some pop should check on Williamson's availability, as he figures to see everyday playing time once he is activated from the disabled list.

Williamson (concussion) could begin a minor-league rehab assignment this weekend, John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williamson was able to take batting practice Tuesday morning and has successful passed all baseball activity and exertion tests, Amy Gutierrez of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. He's been sidelined since April 25 but could rejoin the Giants' active roster in the next week or two if everything goes well.

Williamson (concussion) is still 7-to-10 days from being cleared to return to game action, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

He is still in the concussion protocol, but the Giants have no immediate plans to add another outfielder. Manager Bruce Bochy said Williamson still has some exercises he needs to do, per the recommendation of doctors, before he comes off the disabled list. Williamson should not be forgotten about, as he has the type of power the Giants are craving in left field, and was off to a good start before suffering the concussion. Look for a late-May return.

Williamson (concussion) won't return during the Giants' weekend series against the Pirates, Henry Schulman of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

The team remains hopeful that he can return "sooner than later" but that is of course a very vague timeline, as is the norm with concussions. The outfielder suffered the concussion back on April 25 when he crashed into the wall. He remains on the 10-day disabled list after his initial stay on the 7-day concussion DL expired.

Williamson (concussion) is visiting a concussion specialist in Pittsburgh this week, Andrew Baggarly of The Athletic Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Giants are currently playing the Phillies and start a series with the Pirates on Friday, and Williamson is expected to return with the team upon the conclusion of the series. The 27-year-old was transferred to the 7-day disabled list Monday and currently has no timetable for his return.

Williamson (concussion) is headed to Pittsburgh to see a concussion specialist, Henry Schulman of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is not good to hear, as Williamson has already been out for nearly two weeks. The Giants do not expect him to return any time soon, so look for Gorkys Hernandez to continue logging starts in the outfield in his stead.

Giants manager Bruce Bochy said Sunday that Williamson (concussion) isn't in line to return from the 7-day disabled list in the near future and would likely require a minor-league rehab assignment before being activated, Henry Schulman of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williamson has been sidelined since April 27 and hasn't recovered from the head injury as quickly as the Giants initially hoped. While Williamson was able to do some batting and fielding Friday, he felt "woozy" after the activity, according to Bochy, prompting the team to take a slow approach with the outfielder. Once his concussion symptoms subside, Williamson will probably require multiple games in the minors to get his timing back before the Giants return him to the 25-man roster.

Williamson (concussion) successfully took batting practice Sunday, Henry Schulman of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williamson was placed on the 7-day concussion disabled list Saturday after suffering a head injury Tuesday against Washington. He felt good during Sunday's batting practice, and he'll be eligible to return from the DL on Saturday.