Twins' Max Kepler: Returns to lineup Saturday

Kepler (neck) is back in the lineup Saturday against the Mariners, Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times reports.

Analysis:

It was reported Thursday that Kepler was diagnosed with a mild neck strain. Given the nature of the injury, it seemed likely Kepler would need a couple days, but he will slot back in Saturday after missing just one start. Kepler was riding high there for a while, but has crashed back to earth in September with a .182/.217/.212 batting line.