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Clipper Jones Set to return Friday
by Dennis Paige

Clipper Jones who has been on the DL since July 23rd can return as early as Friday. Jones who was hitting .369 when injured took batting practice and a few grounders before Saturdays game against the Brewers.

"I feel great," Jones said. "Everything feels good. I'll be ready by Friday."

More on the mend.

Ray's Rocco Baldelli who just finished 20 days on the DL last night while playing Double A could return soon. Not as a every day player but could be platooned between DH and the outfield. Rocco hit .297 with three home runs and eight RBIs in 13 games at Montgomery.

Oakland A's reinstated right-handed pitcher Joey Devine from the 15-day disabled list on Saturday. Devine is 3-0 with a 1.23 ERA in 18 relief appearances with Oakland this year.