There’s a non-zero chance of a Boston Red Sox player making a shocking return earlier than anticipated.

Marcelo Mayer underwent wrist surgery in August that was expected to end his rookie season with a three-month recovery timetable. The rookie infielder, however, isn’t giving up hope of an October comeback.

Mayer is out of his brace and resuming baseball activities. The 22-year-old has begun playing catch and taking dry swings.

Red Sox manager Alex Cora wouldn’t definitely dismiss the chance of Mayer returning this postseason, per the Boston Globe’s Tim Healey .

“I bet he’s pushing,” Cora said.

Mayer’s return still feels like a long shot that would require a deep playoff run to even consider. The World Series begins on Oct. 24, and Mayer went under the knife on Aug. 20.

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