The Boston Red Sox have been without Alex Bregman while he recovers from a quad injury that landed him on the injured list. Alex Cora just dropped a major update on the star third baseman.

“I hope so,” the Red Sox manager told reporters when asked if Bregman could return in the upcoming week ( via MassLive’s Chris Cotillo ). He’s doing his rehab. I talked to him yesterday. A lot better, so we’re getting close.” In a follow-up, Cora was asked if Bregman’s return could come as soon as Monday. “Happy Fourth,” Cora replied with a smile.