The Los Angeles Dodgers placed Tommy Edman on the IL in early August after he suffered an ankle injury. With September right around the corner, the veteran utility man's latest update indicates he could be nearing a return.

Edman, who is 30 years old, is reportedly taking live at-bats in practice, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. It's said to be Tommy Edman's first time taking live at-bats since being placed on the IL.

“Tommy Edman is taking live at-bats right now. First time he's done that since landing on the IL.”

Leading up to his eventual return, Tommy Edman claimed in mid-August that he believes he'll play in center field once he's healthy. It's not clear exactly when he'll return, but the fact that he's getting some live at-bats shows he's making progress with his

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