Taylor (oblique) went 1-for-3 with an RBI, two walks, and three stolen bases in a rehab game with Double-A Harrisburg on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Taylor's base knock was just his second hit over a five-game stretch of rehab outings, but the three steals indicate he is running without issue. The Nationals may want him to get a few more at-bats under his belt before activating him from the disabled list, but he is closing in on a return to the big club.

Taylor (oblique) will move his rehab assignment to Double-A Harrisburg before likely being activated from the 10-day disabled list early next week, Jorge Castillo of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Taylor seemingly experienced no issues with his oblique during his six rehab games with High-A Potomac, but after the outfielder went 3-for-19 at the dish in those contests, the Nationals decided it was best to extend the minor-league assignment. He'll presumably receive a full slate of at-bats while regularly playing center field during his time at Harrisburg, and if all goes well, Taylor could be activated ahead of the Nationals' series opener with the Angels on Aug. 15. Once he's back with the big club, Taylor should settle back into an everyday role in the outfield, pushing either Brian Goodwin or Howie Kendrick (back) to the bench on a more frequent basis.

Taylor (oblique) could remain on a minor-league rehab assignment for another week before returning from the 10-day disabled list, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Taylor kicked off his rehab assignment with High-A Potomac last week and has appeared in six games, but has struggled to find his swing, going 3-for-19 with seven strikeouts in those contests. On a more fortunate note, it doesn't sound like Taylor has experienced any setbacks with the oblique injury, so once he shows some signs of a turnaround at the plate, his activation could soon follow. While the Nationals continue to await Taylor's return, the newly acquired Howie Kendrick will hold down a full-time role in the outfield.

Taylor (oblique) will start in center field for High-A Potomac on Friday after taking Thursday off, Byron Kerr of MASN Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Taylor is 2-for-7 over his first three tuneup outings with the P-Nats and may return to the major-league club Monday, as they start a homestand with the Marlins. Unless Taylor struggles in his early reps back on the field, his return would reduce or all but eliminate Brian Goodwin's playing time. However, Taylor is in the midst of a breakout season of sorts, with a solid .278/.320/.510 line, 12 home runs and 10 stolen bases across 260 plate appearances.

Taylor (oblique) went 0-for-2 in a rehab game with High-A Potomac on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Taylor served as the DH Monday and was limited to just the two at-bats, but most importantly, he escaped the contest without any mention of a setback. Taylor figures to play at least another minor-league game or two before being activated from the disabled list, but his return to the Nationals should not be far off.

Taylor (oblique) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with High-A Potomac on Monday, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is an encouraging development, as Taylor is one step closer to returning to the big club after successfully ramping up his baseball activities over the past week. It's unclear how long he'll need on a rehab assignment, but more should be known after he gets back into game action. Barring any setbacks, a mid-August return is looking likely, while Brian Goodwin should continue to cover center field in his absence.

Taylor (oblique) played catch Sunday, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Slowly but surely, Taylor is ramping up his activity. He's also expected to take some dry swings soon, although no word has come forth as to exactly when that will be. Look for Brian Goodwin to continue manning center field in his stead.

Taylor (oblique) could begin taking light swings in a couple of days, Mark Zuckerman of MASNsports.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

He continues to recover slowly from the oblique injury that landed him on the DL back on July 7. The Nationals are incredibly thin in the outfield right now, as Ryan Raburn is on the bereavement list and Chris Heisey is on the DL, so Brian Goodwin and Adam Lind have been starting next to Bryce Harper lately.

Taylor (oblique) is still being limited to core exercises, Pete Kerzel of MASN reports.

EDGE Analysis

After Taylor said he was hopeful to return to baseball injuries this weekend, manager Dusty Baker came out and said they are still limiting the center fielder to avoid bringing him back too soon. While no return date has been offered, the cautiousness suggests it will probably be at least until August before we see Taylor in a game again.

Taylor (oblique) said he's progressing and hoping to resume some baseball activities Saturday, Jorge Castillo of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

The training staff will have the final say as to what Taylor is allowed to do, but the outfielder thinks he's fine to throw and perhaps hit off a tee despite being just nine days removed from suffering the injury. Taylor was hitting surprisingly well despite a 31.2 percent K-rate before going down, and it's a near certainty that he will return to an everyday role in center once healthy.