According to Tampa Bay Rays reporter Marc Topkin, shortstop Wander Franco and outfielder Harold Ramirez could resume live batting practice as early as Friday.
#Rays Franco and Ramirez could start taking batting practice as soon as Friday
— Marc Topkin (@TBTimes_Rays) August 10, 2022
Franco has been sidelined since July 9 after undergoing surgery to repair a broken bone in his right wrist. The 21-year-old has dealt with several nagging injuries this season and was slashing a disappointing .260/.308/.396 before his recent ailment.