Athletics' J.D. Davis: Begins treadmill work

Davis (groin) was cleared to begin walking on a treadmill Friday, the Associated Press reports.

Davis suffered the groin strain last Sunday against the Nationals, so the fact he's already able to do some accelerated walking less than a week later is a good sign. However, Davis has yet to resume any baseball activities, so it remains to be seen if he'll be deemed ready to return when first eligible Thursday.