Cronenworth didn’t show any signs of rust in his rehab debut and figures to return to San Diego’s lineup at some point later this week. The 31-year-old infielder has been out since mid-April working his way back from a non-displace fracture in his right ribs.

Cronenworth is set to play a pair of rehab games for the Chihuahuas and could return to San Diego’s lineup at some point later this week. The 31-year-old infielder has been on the shelf since April 11 recovering from a non-displaced right rib fracture.

Cronenworth missed the last couple of games due to what they thought was cramping after being hit by a pitch during Sunday’s game, but it turns out that he was dealing with a small fracture. No word yet on how long he’s expected to be shelved for. Tyler Wade was promoted from Triple-A to take his place on the Padres’ active roster.

Cronenworth left Tuesday’s bout against the A’s with cramping in the rib area, and as expected he’ll take a seat for the finale against the team formerly known as Oakland. Jose Iglesias starts at second base while Cronenworth rests.