Joe Terdoslavich (wrist) hopes to return to the lineup Wednesday against the Phillies, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Terdoslavich (wrist) hopes to return to the lineup Wednesday against the Phillies, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Analysis:

The injury, suffered on a diving tag to complete an unassisted double play back on March 21, was initially expected to keep Terdoslavich out for only a few days. However, the team opted to hold him out a bit longer because, as Terdoslavich said, "You don't want to have it linger all year." He took batting practice Tuesday and appears on track to return soon. With Zoilo Almonte sent down, Kelly Johnson appears to be the lone obstacle between Terdoslavich and a bench spot.