Tigers' J.D. Martinez (foot) took batting practice on Monday

Detroit Tigers outfielder J.D. Martinez (foot) took batting practice on Monday.

What It Means:

There's still no word on when Martinez will begin his minor league rehab assignment, but he's making encouraging strides in his return from a sprained Lisfranc ligament in his right food, and he is reportedly ahead of schedule.

numberFire's models project Martinez to hit .283 in 573 plate appearances this season, also pegging him for 28 home runs, 81 runs scored and 90 RBI's.