May 25
LF Carlos Quentin (arthroscopic right knee surgery in March) is expected to resume his rehab assignment with Class A Lake Elsinore on Friday. Quentin played seven minor league games earlier this month before he was shut down for two weeks. The timetable for his return to the Padres is uncertain.
May 17
Quentin received a cortisone shot for his right knee Tuesday, Sarah Trotto of MLB.com reports.
Recommendation: After receiving the cortisone shot, Quentin will have to wait 48 hours before resuming baseball activities. Upon his return to baseball activities, the Padres' training staff will reassess his timetable for return. This recent setback does not appear to be significant. Quentin's value is closely tied to his ability to stay healthy. Once Quentin joins the Padres' lineup, don't be surprised to see him take off. Last season, with the White Sox, he hit for an average of .214 at home, compared to .294 on the road. A change of scenery and a clean bill of health might help Quentin produce great fantasy numbers.
