Braves' Danny Santana: Hoping to return next week

Santana (quadriceps) is aiming to return from the disabled list next week, David O'Brien of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Santana is nearing a return from the strained quadriceps that forced him to the disabled list Aug. 18. It's possible he'll embark on a brief minor-league rehab stint before rejoining the big club. When he does return, he'll serve as a utility man for the Braves.