Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (heel) will be activated off the injured list ahead of Friday's game for the start of a weekend series versus the Detroit Tigers. The 31-year-old has been out of action since May 31 with a left heel bruise. It was the same foot which costed Bryant over two months of his 2022 Rockies debut season. In 2023, the four-time All-Star is slashing a weak .263/.346/.374 with five home runs and 17 RBI over 214 trips to the plate. Nonetheless, Bryant should slot into the top-third of the Colorado lineup and aims to provide a much-needed boost to an offense averaging less than four runs per game since he went down on May 31.

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (heel) will begin a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Albuquerque on Wednesday. The four-time All-Star, 2015 Rookie of the Year and 2016 National League MVP is attempting to return from a left-heel bruise that has kept him out for all of June to this point. The 31-year-old veteran also continues to battle through plantar fasciitis in his left foot. But barring a setback on his rehab assignment, he could return to the Rockies' everyday lineup by this weekend or early next week. Whenever he's back, Bryant will return to a .263/.346/.374 slash line with five home runs, six doubles, 17 RBI and 21 runs scored in 214 plate appearances and 50 games. He can still be a useful source of power and on-base percentage in fantasy leagues when he's healthy at hitter-friendly Coors Field.

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (heel) is expected to ramp up his baseball activities this week. Bryant was able to do some light running and play catch over the weekend. He continues to work his way back from a right heel contusion. The organization hasn't given a timetable for his return. The expectation is that he'll be back sooner rather than later. He's slashing .263/.346/.374 with five homers and 17 RBI through 50 games this season.

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (heel) has been on the 10-day injured list since June 1 after suffering a bruised left heel. There's still no timetable for his return, but he did join the team on Thursday and took some swings in the cage. Bryant expects to increase his baseball activities in the coming days, so hopefully, he can return soon. The former MVP has disappointed since coming to Colorado, playing just 92 games since the start of 2022. This season, Bryant's slashing .263/.346/.374 with five homers, 21 runs, and 17 RBI over 50 contests. Fantasy managers should still hold onto the 31-year-old and give him some more time to find his power stroke.

The Colorado Rockies announced on Thursday that they placed outfielder Kris Bryant (heel) on the 10-day injured list (retroactive to May 31) with a left-heel bruise and reinstated outfielder Charlie Blackmon from the bereavement list in a corresponding move. This is bad news for Bryant's fantasy managers, as the 31-year-old veteran played in only 42 games in 2022 due mostly to a battle with plantar fasciitis. Before landing on the IL this year, Bryant has been pretty mediocre with a .263 average (50-for-190) with five home runs and 17 RBI, but he does have a solid .346 on-base percentage in 50 games played. With Blackmon back, Jurickson Profar, Nolan Jones and Randal Grichuk will battle for playing time in the third outfield spot and at designated hitter with Bryant on the shelf.

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant is out of the lineup on Saturday against the New York Mets. The 31-year-old hasn't gone yard in 15 games, and is just 2-for-24 over his last seven outings with a lone RBI and extra-base hit, so perhaps he could use a breather. Bryant hasn't benefitted much from the hitter-friendly Coors Field this season, as his overall productivity is similar whether home or away. The former National League MVP has been a strikingly low-ceiling fantasy option on a daily basis, collecting multiple RBI in only three games out of 47 so far in 2023. Utility man Harold Castro takes over in right field and is batting sixth against Justin Verlander.

Colorado Rockies third baseman Kris Bryant is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Miami Marlins. This appears to be a routine day off for the right-handed slugger. In his place, Randal Grichuk will cover right field and bat cleanup versus righty Eury Perez. Fantasy managers should expect Bryant to be back in the lineup after this game. He's slashing .287/.364/.413 with five home runs and 17 RBI in 44 games this season.

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (lower body) is back in the starting lineup on Monday against the Cleveland Guardians and right-hander Cal Quantrill after he was removed from Saturday's game early with an injury. Bryant is starting in right field and is hitting third in the lineup. Bryant did not play on Sunday, but he'll end up missing only one day due to his injury. Injuries derailed the 31-year-old's first season in Colorado last year, but he was good when he was healthy and is batting .288 (23-for-80) with four doubles, three home runs, six RBI and 11 runs scored in 21 games so far in 2023. Fantasy managers will want to get Bryant back into their lineups for the week. Rookie outfielder Brenton Doyle is making his big-league debut in center field and is hitting eighth.

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (lower body) was removed from Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies in the third inning due to a lower-body injury. Manager Bud Black said Bryant felt sharp pain in his sacroiliac joint (the lower back/gluteus area) and described it as a day-to-day thing unrelated to his previous back injury. Bryant didn't play on Sunday, though, and the Rockies are calling up outfield prospect Brenton Doyle on Monday with both Bryant and Yonathan Daza (hand) injured. It's good to know that the 31-year-old Bryant's injury is unrelated to his previous back injury, but this could still turn into an injured list situation. He's off to a strong start at the plate, hitting .288 (23-for-80) with four doubles, three home runs, six RBI and 11 runs scored in 21 games played.

Colorado Rockies third baseman Kris Bryant has been taken out early during Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. He didn't appear to suffer an injury, so it's uncertain why the team decided to take him out of the game. The Rockies elected to have Elehuris Montero bat for Bryant in the third inning. Possibly, Bryant is dealing with a personal issue or suffered an injury during the game. There should be another update on his status later in the day.

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (back) is serving as the designated hitter and is batting third in Wednesday's Cactus League lineup against the Los Angeles Dodgers and left-hander Clayton Kershaw. Bryant dealt with back stiffness the last couple of days, but he's back in there on Wednesday. The 31-year-old veteran also missed considerable time in 2022 in his first year with the Rockies due to a back injury, so it's understandable that the Rockies aren't taking any chances with him in spring training. The four-time All-Star played in just 42 games last year, but he hit .306 with five home runs and 14 RBI in 181 plate appearances. Bryant will come cheap in drafts this year because of last year's injuries and his drop in power, so he could be a nice late-round value pick if he stays on the field in 2023.

Colorado Rockies third baseman Kris Bryant was a late scratch ahead of Monday's Cactus League game. It sounds like the slugger isn't dealing with an injury, but the team wanted to give him an extra day to rest. The Rockies are trying to manage Bryant's workload heading into 2023 after he played 42 games last season. The 31-year-old is hitting .278 with three home runs and four RBI this spring. Bryant has the potential to be a superstar, but injuries continue to hold him back. Hopefully, Bryant can stay healthy and should benefit from playing in Coors Field.

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant looked good at the plate in Monday's 7-3 win over the A's, going 1-for-2 with a solo home run and a walk. The 31-year-old served as the designated hitter in the game, but will likely play left field during the regular season. This is encouraging for both the Rockies and fantasy managers, as Bryant missed the majority of the 2022 season due to a number of injuries, including a season-ending foot injury. He likely will only be outfield eligible this season, which is a shame given the relative scarcity of third base. However, Bryant has provided pop and average with a bit of speed throughout his career, and he should be able to benefit from Coors Field if he can stay healthy.

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (foot) hasn't suffered any setbacks and is a full participant in all spring training activities. Bryant missed the majority of 2022 due to a plethora of injuries, culminating in a season-ending foot injury. He played in just 42 games and slashed .306/.376/.475 with an .851 OPS. The 31-year-old is poised for a healthy 2023 season as he hopes to prove to the Rockies that their investment was worth all $182 million. Bryant was productive in 2021 after splitting his season with the Chicago Cubs and San Francisco Giants. He received an All-Star nod and smacked 25 home runs with an .835 OPS. If the Rockies can get Bryant back on track, he'll likely be the focal point of the offense.

Colorado Rockies third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant (foot) said over the weekend that he will head into spring training fully healthy and without restrictions. Bryant only managed to play in 42 games in his first year with the Rockies due to multiple injuries, mainly plantar fasciitis in his foot. It's good news that he's healthy already, but fantasy managers will be wary that the 31-year-old slugger can continue to stay healthy as he heads into the latter portion of his career. When the four-time All-Star was healthy in 2022, though, he hit a strong .306/.376/.475 with an .851 OPS, five home runs, 14 RBI and 28 runs scored in 181 plate appearances. Bryant's power was down, but he's a prime bounce-back candidate in the best hitting environment in baseball in 2023 and will have eligibility at third base and the outfield.

The Colorado Rockies are optimistic that third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant (foot) will be ready for spring training after he was limited to 42 games in 2022 due to plantar fasciitis. "Our trainers and strength guys have checked in with him and from everything I'm being told he looks good. We are optimistic about him showing up (healthy) at spring training," general manager Bill Schmidt said. When Bryant was on the field in his first year in Colorado, he hit well, slashing .306/.376/.475 with five home runs in 181 plate appearances. The 30-year-old is no longer in his prime, but he resides in the best hitting environment in baseball and could easily bounce back as a value pick in fantasy drafts if he's able to stay healthy in 2023. We'll be monitoring his status closely as spring training nears.

The Colorado Rockies are optimistic that third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant (foot) will arrive at spring training next year healthy after he was limited to 42 games in 2022 due to injuries. "Our trainers and strength guys have checked in with him and from everything I'm being told he looks good. We are optimistic about him showing up (healthy) at spring training," general manager Bill Schmidt said. Bryant dealt with plantar fasciitis for much of the year after inking a seven-year, $182 million deal with the organization last March. But when he was on the field, he hit a strong .306/.376/.475 with five home runs in 181 plate appearances, giving the Rockies and fantasy managers hope that there's still plenty of juice left. Time will tell if he can stay healthy in 2023, but if he can, he could be a bargain in fantasy drafts.

Colorado Rockies third baseman Kris Bryant (foot) will officially miss the rest of the 2022 season. The 30-year-old slugger mentioned he won't play again this season, but is excited for the 2023 campaign. This shouldn't shock anyone that the Rockies have decided to rest Bryant with only a few games left in the season. He hit .306/.376/.475 with five home runs and 14 RBI in 42 games with the Rockies. The right-hander slugger was sidelined most of the season due to a lingering foot issue. Hopefully, Bryant can rest and completely heal it over the offseason.

Colorado Rockies outfielder/third baseman Kris Bryant (foot) worked out in baseball spikes on Friday, marking a significant step towards a possible late-season return. Depending on how he feels after the workout, he could progress fairly quickly into a rehab assignment and play games in the final week of the season. It has been a frustrating, injury-riddled season for Bryant and his fantasy managers, as he has missed time due to a multitude of injuries, with the latest being plantar fasciitis. When he has been healthy, Bryant has been good. He is slashing .306/.376/.475 on the season with five homers in 181 plate appearances. If only he could stay healthy and do it over the course of a full season. The 30-year-old will be an interesting player to debate during the offseason, as he has the talent to be a stud in fantasy, but he likely won't go high in drafts due to his injury history.

Colorado Rockies third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant (foot) took batting practice on Monday. Bryant, who has been out since July 31, wants to play again this season. He has been increasing his baseball activities in the last week, but with time running out in the 2022 regular season, it remains to be seen if the 30-year-old will return to Colorado's lineup. Because of how long Bryant has been sidelined, it's likely that he'll require a minor league rehab assignment before being activated. It's been frustrating for Bryant and his fantasy managers, as he's hit .306/.376/.475 in 160 at-bats in his first year with the Rockies, but he just hasn't been able to stay on the field.