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Manager Torey Lovullo said he "feels strongly" that Ray (concussion) will require a minor-league rehab start before returning from the 7-day disabled list, Jack Magruder of FanRagSports.com reports.
Ray has been sidelined since July 28 with a concussion, and while he has been steadily progressing in his rehab, it appears he may need to make an appearance in the minors before ultimately rejoining the big-league rotation. The lefty tossed a 33-pitch bullpen session Wednesday without issue, so facing hitters in batting practice will be the next hurdle he needs to clear before a potential rehab start. In the meantime, Anthony Banda is set to fill in for Ray for a second time Thursday against the Dodgers and would likely make an additional start in Ray's place if the All-Star does in fact head to the minors for a tune-up appearance.
