Jason Heyward is still unable to properly grip a bat due to swelling in his left thumb, MLB.com's Mark Bowman reports.

Heyward is still unable to properly grip a bat due to swelling in his left thumb, MLB.com's Mark Bowman reports.

Analysis:

Heyward will miss his third straight game Sunday afternoon, and although manager Fredi Gonzalez noted that a Monday return was possible, the outfielder doesn't appear optimistic. After Sunday, the Braves have just seven games remaining on their schedule, but it doesn't appear that Heyward is done for 2014 just yet. He'll likely have to complete a successful batting practice session before he returns to action, however. Fantasy owners with weekly lineups may want to explore other options due to the uncertainty.