What It Means:

Villar's lower back strain is doing much better, but he doesn't have details on the assignment plan yet. He took some swings in early batting practice and did some running prior to Monday's game. Eric Sogard has hit well while filling in at second base and should still get some starts there once Villar returns.

Our models project Villar to hit .255 with 8 home runs, 45 runs, 31 RBI, and 19 stolen bases in 341 more plate appearances this year.