Hardy (wrist) homered Monday in his seventh rehab appearance for Triple-A Norfolk. He is batting .263 with three RBI.

EDGE Analysis

Hardy remains on track to rejoin the O's in the very near future once rosters expand. His role on the team is still in question, though, as manager Buck Showalter hasn't tipped his hand when it comes to who will play shortstop. Tim Beckham has been on fire in 27 games since being traded from Tampa Bay, slashing .393/.418/.667 while becoming the team's leadoff man.