Howie Kendrick set for rehab in Triple-A, will play outfield and infield

By Brandon Apter, Sports Talk Philly editor

The Phillies are in a big slump, but they could get some help as Howie Kendrick will begin his rehab on Wednesday night with Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Howie Kendrick batting third tonight for @IronPigs, playing LF

— Tom Housenick (@TomHousenick) May 24, 2017

Kendrick, 33, hasn't played since April 15 after straining his oblique muscle. He was hitting .333 with four doubles, a triple and five RBIs. During his rehab, Kendrick will play some infield as well to provide the team with some more depth at different positions.

Howie Kendrick will play a minimum of four rehab games. Will play LF, 3B and 1B in preparation for return.

— Todd Zolecki (@ToddZolecki) May 24, 2017

Kendrick will join an extremely hot Ironpigs team that is 30-14 and five games up in their division. They've won 16 of their last 17 games.