Chris Nelson (hamstring) ran the bases Tuesday.

Nelson was activated from the DL a week ago, but he's yet to play in a game. However, he's still hopeful of being ready to rejoin the lineup later this week. The infielder has been out since late August with a strained right hamstring.

Angels activated 3B Chris Nelson from the 15-day disabled list.

Nelson strained his right hamstring late last month and was supposed to be lost for the season, but he's made a rapid recovery. The Angels haven't posted their lineup for Tuesday's game at Oakland yet, but he should be out there at third base.

Chris Nelson (hamstring) could be activated from the disabled list next week.

When Nelson strained his right hamstring on August 28, the Angels figured his season was probably over. The infielder has made rapid progress, though. "He still has some work to do, might be about a week, but considering when he did it, you could've been looking at the whole season," manager Mike Scioscia said. "He looks like he'll be in the earlier window of what a hamstring can be."

Chris Nelson (hamstring) was able to run on a treadmill on Friday, and still has his sights set on returning before the end of the season.

Nelson has been on the shelf since late-August after straining his right hamstring in a loss to the Royals. Even if he is able to return before the season's end, his fantasy value will be minimal.

Angels placed INF Chris Nelson on the 15-day disabled list with a right hamstring strain.

Nelson suffered the hammy strain in Wednesday's loss to the Royals and will likely be out for three weeks. Luis Jimenez was recalled in a corresponding roster move.

Chris Nelson will be placed on the disabled list on Thursday due to a strained right hamstring sustained in Wednesday's loss to the Rays.

Andrew Romine replaced him in the lineup on Wednesday and could see additional playing time while Nelson is out. Angels manager Mike Scioscia has yet to indicate who will replace Nelson on the active roster, but Luis Jimenez is the most likely candidate.

Chris Nelson was removed from Wednesday's contest against the Rays in the seventh inning due to a strained right hamstring.

It's not clear how long he may be sidelined, but the injury could require a stint on the disabled list. Andrew Romine could be in line for additional at-bats at third base in his absence and could be worth a look in deep AL-only leagues.

Chris Nelson was removed from Wednesday's game against the Rays in the seventh inning with an apparent injury.

It appeared that Nelson may have tweaked something while running to first base. Andrew Romine replaced him in the lineup and could be in line for additional at-bats in the coming days if Nelson remains sidelined.

Chris Nelson connected for a grand slam and a solo homer in an 8-4 win over the Yankees on Thursday.

Nelson entered the day with zero homers over 176 plate appearances this season, but he had a power explosion against his former team. The grand slam was the first of his career. The 27-year-old should get most of the playing time at third base now that Alberto Callaspo is with Oakland, so he's a worthwhile option in AL-only leagues.

Angels purchased the contract of INF Chris Nelson from Triple-A Salt Lake.

He'll take the place of the recently-traded Alberto Callaspo on the active roster. Nelson went 3-for-9 with two RBI and a stolen base over seven games during his first stint with the Angels earlier this year.

Angels sent INF Chris Nelson outright to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Nelson was designated for assignment Monday for the third time this season and made it through waivers without drawing a claim. The 27-year-old corner infielder will serve as organizational depth for the Angels.

Angels designated INF Chris Nelson for assignment.

Nelson has now been designated for assignment by three different clubs (Rockies, Yankees and Angels) since the start of the 2013 regular season. The 27-year-old corner infielder should again draw interest on waivers.

Angels claimed INF Chris Nelson off waivers from the Yankees.

Nelson was DFA'd by the Yankees earlier this week and batted just .222 (8-for-36) with two doubles and two RBI in 10 games with the club. He should provide depth at third base behind Alberto Callaspo with the Angels. Scott Cousins has been dropped from the 40-man roster in a corresponding move.

Yankees designated INF Chris Nelson for assignment.

He was cleared to make room for David Adams on the active roster. Nelson was acquired from the Rockies two weeks ago and batted .222 (8-for-36) with two doubles and two RBI in 10 games with the club. He should draw some interest on waivers.

Yankees acquired INF Chris Nelson from the Rockies in exchange for cash or player to be named later.

Nelson is a solid fit in New York with both Alex Rodriguez and Kevin Youkilis on the disabled list. He figures to see most of the starts at third base while Youk is on the DL, moving Jayson Nix back into a utility role. Nelson can also back up at second base and at shortstop in a pinch.

According to Andy McCullough of the Newark Star-Ledger, the Yankees have expressed interest in Chris Nelson.

But McCullough thinks the Yankees will wait until Nelson clears waivers before attempting to acquire him. The 27-year-old infielder was designated for assignment by Colorado on Sunday to clear a roster spot for top prospect Nolan Arenado. Nelson owns a .279/.322/.416 career batting line in the major leagues.

Rockies designated 3B Chris Nelson for assignment.

Nelson batted just .242 with no home runs and also played poor defense to seal his fate. It's not surprising that the Rockies are making the move to Nolan Arenado, but it's a little surprising that they designated Nelson for assignment. He should draw interest on waivers.

Chris Nelson will open the 2013 regular season as the Rockies' primary third baseman.

The Rox were considering bringing third base prospect Nolan Arenado north with them this season, but they have now officially decided against that. Nelson hit .301/.352/.458 with nine home runs and 53 RBI in 111 games last year. He'll carry some value in AL-only formats.

Chris Nelson went 3-for-4 with a homer, a double and two RBI against the Padres on Friday.

Nolan Arenado is still probably the future at third base for the Rockies, but with the way Nelson has played, he deserves first crack at the job next year. He's hit a little better than Jordan Pacheco this year, and he's pretty obviously the superior defender of the two.

Chris Nelson went 3-for-5 with an RBI versus the Dodgers on Wednesday.

Nelson collected six hits in the series, raising his average to .279. If he keeps swinging like this, he should be the Rockies' primary third baseman after Troy Tulowitzki returns. Josh Rutledge presumably will play second base.