I haven't heard anything lately on Will Smith's progress. What is his latest timetable for rejoining the active roster?
-- Lou T., Santa Rosa, Calif.
Smith made his second Minor League injury rehabilitation appearance with Class A Advanced San Jose on Sunday. Facing the Stockton Ports, Smith struck out two batters while allowing a run and two hits in two-thirds of an inning (22 pitches). His recovery from Tommy John surgery has proceeded without any known setbacks. Thus, his return very well could be imminent.
I still want to know what was going through general manager Bobby Evans' head when he traded Christian Arroyo for Evan Longoria.