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BoSox aiming for Ortiz's return in mid-April
David Ortiz - DH - Boston Red Sox
March 19, 2013 - 10:45 AM ET

The Red Sox are hopeful that David Ortiz (heels) will return in mid-April.

It remains to be seen whether that timeline will be realistic. Ortiz hasn't swung a bat in eight days and is still dealing with pain in both of his heels. Fantasy owners should have a backup plan in place for the first month of the season.