Tomas has yet to resume a rehab assignment, but has shown improvement in his recovery from a right groin strain over recent days, Jarrid Denney of MLB.com reports. "He's been in the batting cage, he's been hitting, he's been throwing and everything is trending in a very positive direction with Yasmany," Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Friday.

EDGE Analysis

The Diamondbacks still haven't provided a concrete timetable for Tomas' return, and it's not expected that one will come forth until he starts appearing in rehab games again. Tomas has been out since early June with the groin injury, and will likely be in store for a part-time role once he returns from the 10-day disabled list after the Diamondbacks acquired J.D. Martinez from the Tigers earlier this week to take over as their everyday right fielder.

Tomas was diagnosed with a mild groin strain Tuesday, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tomas has been sidelined with groin tendinitis since June 6, but his injury has now been reclassified as a mild groin strain after he was forced to exit Saturday's minor-league rehab game with another setback. Tomas was gearing up for a return near the All-Star break, but it seems likely that his recent setback will delay that goal. More information regarding the specifics of his injury timeline and upcoming rehab schedule should become available in the coming days.

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Tomas (groin) was removed from his rehab game with rookie-level Arizona on Saturday due to general tightness, the Associated Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tomas will head to Chase Field for a reevaluation Sunday, at which point the Diamondbacks will provide an update on when he'll be able to resume the rehab assignment. The outfielder has appeared in three games with the rookie club, going 2-for-7 at the dish with a home run and a double.

Manager Torey Lovullo said Tomas (groin) is questionable to return before the All-Star break, Andrew Vailliencourt and Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic report.

EDGE Analysis

Tomas probably needs at least a few more rehab games before being deemed major-league ready. He hasn't suited up for the Diamondbacks since June 2 and, whenever he's activated, could re-enter a crowded outfield picture, though he'd at least return to part-time duty. He's delivered serviceable power with eight home runs in 180 plate appearances, but a .241/.294/.464 showcases his flaws with plate discipline.

Tomas (groin) went 0-for-2 and played five innings in left field in his first rehab game Tuesday with the Diamondbacks' rookie-level affiliate.

EDGE Analysis

Tomas received a scheduled off day Wednesday, but is expected to play another rehab game Thursday or Friday after Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo reported that the outfielder felt no pain during Tuesday's contest. Lovullo noted that he isn't certain that Tomas, who has been sidelined since June 2 with the groin issue, will be ready to rejoin the big club for its weekend series with the Rockies.

Tomas (groin) will begin a minor-league rehab assignment with Rookie-level Missoula on Tuesday, Jack Magruder of FanRagSports.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tomas began taking batting practice and running the bases in the last several days and is apparently feeling well enough to begin his minor-league rehab assignment. If all goes according to plan, the slugging left fielder could rejoin the Diamondbacks in the next several days.

Tomas (groin) has been able to take batting practice and engage in light running and throwing, but the Diamondbacks have yet to issue a timetable for his return, the Associated Press reports

EDGE Analysis

Tomas has been sidelined since June 2 with groin tendinitis, but his absence has gone largely unnoticed with the Diamondbacks reeling off an 11-4 record since that time. Since he's missed nearly three weeks with the injury, Tomas will almost certainly require a rehab assignment before being activated from the disabled list, so expecting him to return to the Diamondbacks before the end of June may be wishful thinking.

Manager Torey Lovullo noted Sunday that Tomas (groin) has initiated more running activity at extended spring training, but the outfielder remains without a timetable for a return, Stephen Pianovich of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Diamondbacks have proceeded cautiously with Tomas while he attempts to recover from right groin tendinitis, which resulted in his placement on the disabled list in the first week of June. The 26-year-old will likely increase his activities over the next few days, but until he's able to play in simulated games, it may be difficult to ascertain a potential return date.

Tomas (groin) will work out at the Diamondbacks' spring training facility throughout the upcoming week, the Associated Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

That means that Tomas won't come off the disabled list when first eligible June 16 and won't join the Diamondbacks this week for the start of their road trip, which includes stops in Detroit and Philadelphia. Daniel Descalso has been serving as the Diamondbacks' primary left fielder while Tomas has been sidelined, but with minimal pop and speed and a subpar batting average, he doesn't bring much to the table outside of NL-only formats.

Tomas (groin) was placed on the 10-day disabled list Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

After missing the past three games with what is being called right groin tendinitis, the Diamondbacks decided to move him to the DL to bolster the bench with healthy players. It's unclear if Tomas will be able to return after the minimum 10 days or not, but more information on that front should come forth in the coming week. Jeremy Hazelbaker was recalled from the minors to fill his roster spot.