Flaherty (groin) took batting practice Wednesday, but doesn't know when he'll embark on a rehab assignment, Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports reports. Flaherty is expected to be available for activation when first eligible, but he'll need to continue progressing over the next week for that to come to fruition. He took a positive step Wednesday with the BP session, but still has a little ways to go.

Flaherty (groin) will likely rehab at Double-A Bowie, and is expected to be ready to return from the disabled list when eligible, Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports reports. It sounds as though the groin issue isn't too major, but Flaherty's progression over the next couple weeks could be a determining factor in his eligibility once he's able to be activated.

Flaherty (groin) was placed on the 15-day disabled list Friday. Flaherty was injured during Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays, and he didn't play Thursday night. Rey Navarro was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk for the corresponding transaction, but Everth Cabrera and Jimmy Paredes figure to get most of the playing time in the middle infield until J.J. Hardy (shoulder) and/or Flaherty return(s). The timing is rather unfortunate for Flaherty, as he's done well in an every-day role since Jonathan Schoop (knee) suffered a serious injury. With Schoop not expected back any sooner than mid-June, Flaherty may get consistent playing time against right-handed pitchers once he's healthy.

Flaherty tweaked his right groin during Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays, Eduardo Encina of the Baltimore Sun reports. This explains why Flaherty is out of Thursday's lineup, even though the Orioles are facing a right-handed pitcher. Jimmy Paredes is starting at second base, with Everth Cabrera at shortstop and Delmon Young serving as the designated hitter. Flaherty said he hopes to only miss a few days, but if he ends up on the disabled list, it would free up some extra at-bats for Paredes and Cabrera. Jonathan Schoop (knee) is expected to miss the next six-to-eight weeks, while J.J. Hardy (shoulder) seems to be on track for a return in late April or early-to-mid May. At the moment, Cabrera and Paredes are the team's only healthy middle infielders.

Flaherty is out of the lineup Thursday, MASN's Roch Kubatko reports. He has been starting pretty regularly since Jonathan Schoop went down with an injury, but will make way for Jimmy Paredes on Thursday. Flaherty has eight hits in his last 20 at-bats, including a home run and three doubles, so he will likely continue to see most of the action at the keystone while he stays hot.

Flaherty will start at second base Sunday against the Red Sox, Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports reports. Flaherty stands to gain significant playing time while Jonathan Schoop (knee) is on the disabled list, and Sunday afternoon will represent his second straight start. Schoop's injury typically requires a 6-8 week timetable for recovery, so Flaherty could end up with some short-term fantasy relevance over that time. He could lose time to Everth Cabrera once J.J. Hardy (shoulder) is ready to return, but even that may be a couple weeks down the road.

Flaherty will start at second base Sunday against the Blue Jays. Flaherty will draw the start in favor of Jonathan Schoop, who is currently dealing with a sore quad. The ailment isn't expected to be serious (as Schoop is available off the bench), so Flaherty's bump in playing time is likely to be short-lived.

Flaherty is not in the lineup for Friday's game against Mark Buehrle and the Blue Jays. Everth Cabrera will start at shortstop and beat leadoff, while Jonathan Schoop will start at second base and bat eighth. Flaherty should see a good bit of playing time against right-handed pitching this season, but don't expect to see him in the lineup when the Orioles face a southpaw. It'll be interesting to see how things play out once J.J. Hardy (shoulder) is available, as all of Flaherty, Schoop and Cabrera are candidates to get playing time at the keystone.

Flaherty is in Tuesday's lineup against the Rays playing second base, according to MASN Sports. Flaherty might be seeing a reward for his Opening Day home run by getting the start for the second day in a row. He started Monday at shortstop due to a favorable matchup against Chris Archer, but it is a surprise to see him in the lineup again, this time at second base, in place of Jonathan Schoop.

Earning the start over Everth Cabrera, Flaherty went 1-for-4 with a solo home run Monday. Flaherty isn't long for the starting shortstop role, as J.J. Hardy is expected to return soon from the disabled list, but the home run was a nice addition to his resume. Flaherty hit seven home runs last year in 281 at bats, but hit just .221.