Thomas was activated from the injured list for the Guardians’ series against Cincinnati, and Cleveland Baseball Talk Podcast hosts Joe Noga and Paul Hoynes discussed what his return might mean for a team desperately seeking offensive production.

Guardians outfielder Lane Thomas was activated off the injured list Monday after missing 11 games due to plantar fasciitis. Cleveland pitcher Andrew Walters (lat) and outfielder Will Brennan (Tommy John) also had surgery on Monday.

Guardians Activate Playoff Hero Lane Thomas After Astros Series originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Cleveland Guardians, fresh off a series loss to the surging Houston Astros at home, now turn their focus to a two-game set against the Cincinnati Reds in the battle of Ohio teams.