Colin Fly, of The Associated Press, reports Chicago Cubs OF Alfonso Soriano went 7-for-16 with two home runs, three RBIs and three stolen bases during the four-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Few hitters have been swinging a hotter bat than Soriano lately, as the Cubs' leadoff hitters is now batting.529 (9-for-17) with two homers, five RBIs, seven runs and three steals over his last four games. Wednesday's swipe gives the five-tool left fielder 10 for the year.

Alfonso Soriano went 3-for-4 on Wednesday to lead a trio of Cubs hitters with three hits (the others were Reed Johnson and Ryan Theriot).Soriano also stole his 10th SB of the year on the night. With a little bit of work, Soriano could still end up as a 20/20 performer this year since he also has 17 home runs, something he failed to do last season when he had 33 home runs and 19 stolen bases.

Another huge night at the yard for Soriano, who appears to be fully healed from the hand injury that sidelined him for six weeks. The slugging left fielder is now 5-for-9 with two homers, four RBIs and five runs scored in his last two games.

Alfonso Soriano came thru for the Cubs off of CC Sabathia on Monday in a 6-4 victory. He was 2-for-4 and hit his second home run in as many games. He scored three times and also stole a base.Soriano might be on the verge of one of his customary hot streaks and it couldn't come at a better time as the Cubs are just one game ahead of the Milwaukee Brewers. The steal was just his eighth of the season.

The kind of day Soriano desperately needed for his confidence going forward. He had yet to find a rhythm at the plate since returning from the DL, going 3-for-18 with one run and one RBI in four games back. Don't look now but a major tear could be on the horizon for the slight slugger with the big stick.

Alfonso Soriano's three-run homer on Sunday tied the game at five. He also scored twice in the 9-6 come from behind victory against the Marlins.The home run was his first since June 7 and it appears he is fully recovered from a broken left hand. We all know Soriano can be a very streaky hitter and he may be tuning up for a red hot August.

Alfonso Soriano had his first big game since returning from the disabled list by going 3-for-5 with a homer and three RBI. Soriano singled twice and scored twice in addition to the homer. The left fielder missed six weeks of action with a hand injury, but he appears to be fine now. Make sure he's in your lineup for this week's games.

Alfonso Soriano was activated from the DL on Wednesday, and batting in his traditional leadoff spot he went 1-for-5 with an RBI for the Cubs.Soriano, who had been out of action since June 12th because of a broken finger in his hand, didn't do much on this night but the fact that he was back on the field should make his owners excited. Still, hand injuries have a tendency to sap a hitters power, so keep an eye on how Soriano does before thinking he is all the way back.

Make sure to get the All-Star left fielder back in your lineup immediately, as he is clearly over the hand injury that sidelined him for an extended period of time.

Soriano returns to the Cubs line-up exactly six weeks to the day of suffering a minimally displaced fracture of his left fourth metacarpal in his left hand. He made rehab appearances with Rookie-level Mesa and Triple-A Iowa. He resumed leadoff duties with the Cubs on Wednesday.

Cubs activated outfielder Alfonso Soriano from the 15-day disabled list Soriano is back in the leadoff spot for the Cubs after just two games in the minors. Kosuke Fukudome has been dropped to the sixth spot in the order tonight against a lefty. He could hit fifth against righties.Related: Kosuke Fukudome

Alfonso Soriano is scheduled to come off the DL Wednesday following his recovery from a broken left ring finger, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.He is expected to return to the Cubs' lineup tonight against Arizona, and Lou Piniella is hoping he can spark the offense. He may need a game or two to shake off the rust, but is too talented to leave on your bench while he is active.

Alfonso Soriano set to return Wednesday

Alfonso Soriano fared well in Monday's minor league rehab assignment with Rookie-A Mesa, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. He said, "I made a couple of hard swings, hit a couple of balls off the end of the bat and had a couple close to my hands. And I felt nothing in my fingers. It worked out perfect." He also stated that he is ready to be activated whenever the team needs him.He is assigned for one more rehab game tonight. Manager Lou Piniella will then determine if he will return Wednesday, or if he needs another day of rehab.

Soriano, who has been out since June 12 after he broke his left hand when he was hit by a pitch, hit leadoff for the Mesa Cubs, but did not play in the field. The All-Star had taken batting practice in Houston over the weekend, but it was Soriano's first live-game action since the injury. Soriano will likely play two games in Tucson, where the Iowa Cubs are playing, before rejoining the Cubs at Wrigley Field on Thursday, July 24 against the Marlins.

Soriano begins rehab assignment

As hopes and desired by fans and fantasy owners alike, Chicago Cubs outfielder Alfonso Soriano will begin a rehab assignment on Monday with Chicago's rookie league team in Arizona and is expected to come off the disabled list on Thursday, according to the Associated Press.Soriano has been on the DL since June 12 because of a broken left hand. He took batting practice in Houston on Friday and felt good enough afterward to target a return this week. If all goes well in Mesa on Monday, Soriano will play with Triple-A Iowa in Tucson on Tuesday and could rejoin the Cubs for their four-game series against Florida, beginning Thursday at Wrigley Field.

The Daily Herald reports that Alfonso Soriano took batting practice Friday and said his broken left hand is feeling "great." If all goes well, Soriano could join Class AAA Iowa Tuesday and Wednesday in Tucson and play in two games before rejoining the Cubs on Thursday at Wrigley Field for the game against Florida.Expect Soriano to pick up right where he left off in a potent Cubs lineup.

Soriano will begin a rehab assignment Tuesday

Alfonso Soriano took batting practice before tonight's game and reaffirmed his earlier prognostication that he will return next week, according to Cubs.com. "I think I'm looking to come back next Thursday. My hand feels great, like nothing happened before," he said.Soriano will begin an abbreviated rehab assignment soon and fantasy owners can expect to put him right back in their lineup Thursday when the Cubs take on the Marlins.

Soriano hoping to return on July 24

Alfonso Soriano has circled July 24 on his calendar as his desired return date, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. He will go on a rehab assignment before returning from his broken hand. "I think I need it," Soriano said of the rehab assignment. "It's different than with my legs. It's my hands, so I have to test my hands and be confident with that. I have to go one or two games; three would be the most. I have to see some pitches and feel confident."Soriano will hit in the cage this weekend with the Cubs, and if all goes well will begin a rehab on Monday.

Alfonso Soriano is expected to return to the Cubs' lineup either July 25 or 26 during a weekend series against the Marlins, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. He is expected to take batting practice Friday in Houston, and will go on at least a short rehab assignment when he is ready to play.The Cubs will need him big time in the second half of the season as they attempt to finally reach the World Series.

Soriano expected back in last weekend in July

Matt Holliday will be the starting right fielder for the National League in the All-Star Game, according to MLB.com. He will replace the injured Alfonso Soriano in the lineup.Holliday is having another great season, and is a better option than Soriano anyway. Holliday's .343 average is fourth in the National League.

According to the Cubs team website manager Lou Piniella said Alfonso Soriano will not be ready in time for next week's game at Yankee Stadium.Soriano and teammate Kosuke Fukudome were named to the National League All-Star outfield, and while Fukudome will play, Soriano will be a spectator.

Soriano to return in second post-break series

Alfonso Soriano won't be able to participate in the All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. He said his left hand still felt weak during a batting-practice session Saturday that left him a little sore.Soriano has been selected to seven-straight All-Star Games, which is the fourth longest active streak.

Soriano won't play in All-Star game

The Cubs are believed to be well-represented at this year's All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium, according to the Chicago Tribune. The official selections will be announced soon today, and Carlos Zambrano, Geovany Soto, Alfonso Soriano, Kosuke Fukudome, Kerry Wood, and Ryan Dempster are all believed to have made the NL squad.The Cubs currently lead the National League with a 52-36 record, and it would not be surprising to see the team have six reps in the All-Star Game.

Soriano takes batting practice

Alfonso Soriano took batting practice on Saturday for the first time since fracturing his left ring finger on June 11. "The most important thing is I feel good and there's no pain at all in my hand," he explains to MLB.com. Soriano admits that his left hand is still a little weak, but he hopes to be ready for the All-Star game on July 15.We'd be a little surprised if the Cubs allowed Soriano to actually play in the All-Star game. Fantasy owners can tentatively plan on using the superstar when the break ends on July 18.

Alfonso Soriano was cleared to begin swinging a bat on Thursday, the Chicago Sun-Times notes. The outfielder has been out since June 11 due to a broken left ring finger. He could take batting practice this weekend.Soriano is still at least a couple weeks away, as we don't expect him back before the All-Star game. July 18 seems like the best shot at a return date, provided he doesn't snag a setback.

Soriano plays catch, hits soft-toss

Soriano to hit off tee on Friday

Alfonso Soriano went 4-for-5 helping the Kansas City Royals defeat the Baltimore Orioles 10-7 on Thursday night. Grudz drove in and scored a run in the win.As bad as this Royals team can be at times, they rarely laydown for their opponents. KC overcame a four-run deficit and a two home run performance by Aubrey Huff to earn a split of the four-game series against the O's, and Grudz is a large portion of the big-hearted team.

Alfonso Soriano, sidelined with a broken hand, was re-examined in Chicago on Thursday and is set to rejoin the team Friday in St. Louis, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.The Cubs outfielder could return after the All Star break, June 18th, at Houston.

Alfonso Soriano will have the last round of x-rays on his broken hand on Friday, and if the results are positive he could take batting practice this weekend, according to the Chicago Sun Times. ''I'm bored...I just eat and run and sleep.''Soriano's Friday exam will be 23 days after the injury occurred putting him on pace to beat the outside timeline of six weeks that was placed on the injury when it occurred.

Soriano could be cleared for BP soon