Carlos Santana Nearing Return From Thigh Injury for Diamondbacks

Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Carlos Santana is progressing toward a return from a thigh injury. Manager Torey Lovullo noted on Thursday that Santana is nearly ready to be activated. However, the team indicated that Ildemaro Vargas will not lose playing time once Santana returns to the active roster. Santana's return will provide the Diamondbacks with a veteran presence in the lineup, though the team plans to balance his usage with the productive play of their current starters.