That was the case Monday, as Aoki took early batting practice at Petco Park and, Bochy reported, passed all of his on-field tests.
Aoki was a contender to be elected to the National League's starting lineup for the All-Star Game when he was hit by a pitch from Dodgers right-hander Carlos Frias on June 20. That fractured Aoki's right fibula, forced him onto the disabled list and left him with a .317 batting average and .383 on-base percentage in 67 games.
• The Giants designated right-hander Jean Machi for assignment to create roster room for right-hander Tim Hudson, who started Monday night's series opener against the Padres.