Cody Ross (calf) is expected to open the season on the disabled list.

Cody Ross (calf) jogged lightly on a treadmill Tuesday and took batting practice.

Ross is finally beginning to make some progress but remains questionable for Opening Day. He suffered a lower left leg strain earlier this month in D'Backs camp.

Cody Ross's left calf injury is progressing slower than the team had originally hoped.

"It's just been slow," Diamondbacks manager Kirk Gibson said. "He's done really no full weight-bearing stuff running-wise. He's not ready for it. I think he went in the pool yesterday. I think the next step will be the Ultra G [treadmill], which they can unload some of the weight when he runs." The team had hoped Ross would be able to begin full weight-bearing activities by Tuesday or Wednesday, but that isn't going to happen. His status for Opening Day is officially in doubt.

The Diamondbacks hope Cody Ross (calf) can begin full weight-bearing activities, including running, by March 18 or 19.

If he's able to stay on that timetable, Ross should be ready to play on Opening Day. "It's reasonable that it could be, yes," manager Kirk Gibson said. The D'Backs will roll with Gerardo Parra in Ross' place if the outfielder's rehab goes slower than expected.

Diamondbacks manager Kirk Gibson said Tuesday that Cody Ross will miss 2-3 weeks after an MRI revealed a lower left leg strain.

The injury originally cropped up Friday and caused Ross to make an early exit on Sunday. Now he'll get an extended period of rest to try to put it behind him. There's still enough time for him to get ready for the season, but he can't afford any setbacks. The Diamondbacks have Gerardo Parra as an alternative if he needs some extra time.

Cody Ross is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Monday afternoon for his sore left calf.

Ross began experiencing the calf soreness on Friday in camp and it didn't improve much over the weekend. The Diamondbacks are now looking to rule out any structural damage. If it's just inflammation, Ross should be back in Cactus League games by the end of this week.

Cody Ross (calf) went 0-for-1 with a strikeout in his return to the lineup Sunday against the Giants.

Ross was removed in the third inning and was clearly bothered by the calf injury. The Diamondbacks are saying that it's not anything serious, but Ross is expected to be rested for a few games next week. A.J. Pollock will get an extended look until he ready to return.

Cody Ross was scratched from Friday's lineup due to a sore left calf.

Ross says the ailment is no big deal and he expects to be back in there Sunday. He'll be the Diamondbacks' everyday right fielder in 2013.

Diamondbacks signed OF Cody Ross to a three-year, $26 million contract.

The deal includes an option for a fourth year with a $1 million buyout. The 31-year-old outfielder is coming off a very strong 2012 campaign in which he hit .267/.326/.481 with 22 homers and 81 RBI. His signing likely precludes a trade of either Jason Kubel or Justin Upton, as the D'Backs appear set to let Adam Eaton open the season as their regular center fielder.

Mark Feinsand of the New York Daily News reports the Diamondbacks have signed Cody Ross to a three-year deal.

Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com reports that Cody Ross visited with the Rangers on Tuesday.

This is the first the Rangers have shown in Ross, though there had been speculation he could be a fit once Josh Hamilton signed with the Angels. Ross met with team officials, including manager Ron Washington and GM Jon Daniels, last night. The level of the Rangers' interest isn't yet known, as they also met with free agent catcher A.J. Pierzynski earlier on Tuesday. The Phillies, Red Sox, Braves, Mariners, Mets and Orioles have all been linked to Ross so far this offseason.

The Boston Globe's Nick Cafardo writes that the Red Sox are "still in" on free agent Cody Ross.

The Red Sox haven't ruled out bringing back Ross, but it's hard to see where he fits with Shane Victorino and Jonny Gomes signed this offseason. One American League GM said Boston, "may be trying to deal Jacoby Ellsbury and then sign Ross after the move Victorino to center." Ross, 31, has received interest from the Phillies, Mets, Braves, Mariners, and Yankees, but isn't believed to be close to signing. He's seeking a three-year deal in free agency.

According to FOX Sports' Ken Rosenthal, the Phillies are intensifying their pursuit of free agent Cody Ross.

Rosenthal adds that other teams are also being more aggressive now with Josh Hamilton now off the market. Ross, 31, batted .267/.326/.481 with 22 home runs and 81 RBI in 130 games for the Red Sox last season and is said to be seeking a three-year, $25 million deal in free agency. The Mariners and Yankees have been mentioned as previous landing spots.

Mike Puma of the New York Post reports that the Mets are "kicking the tires" on free agent outfielder Cody Ross.

The Mets are considering alternatives now that Ryan Ludwick, Nate Schierholtz and Mark Reynolds have signed elsewhere. The team remains interested in re-signing Scott Hairston, but view Ross as an upgrade. The 31-year-old batted .267/.326/.481 with 22 home runs and 81 RBI in 130 games this past season and is said to be seeking a three-year, $25 million deal. Meanwhile, the Mets are reluctant to go past two years with any free agent. The Yankees and Mariners have also been mentioned as possible landing spots.

Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com reports that the Mariners are interested in Cody Ross.

It's yet another hitter option the Mariners seem to be considering. The M's have been connected to big names like Josh Hamilton, Michael Bourn, Nick Swisher, Billy Butler and Justin Upton, as well as the smaller ones like Ryan Ludwick, Brennan Boesch, Raul Ibanez and Delmon Young. They've also, of course, already agreed to terms with Jason Bay. At least one more hitter figures to land in Seattle.

Scott Lauber of the Boston Herald reports that the Red Sox have not had any contact with Cody Ross since news of the agreement with Shane Victorino broke.

If the Red Sox wind up trading Jacoby Ellsbury, then Ross will be back on their radar. If they don't, he's not going to re-sign. Ross is thought to be seeking a three-year deal worth close to $25 million and is drawing interest from the Yankees and Phillies, among other clubs.

Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe says the Red Sox haven't ruled out re-signing Cody Ross despite the impending acquisition of Shane Victorino.

While they might not have technically ruled it out, the likelihood of a reunion probably isn't in the cards. Ross is thought to be seeking a three-year deal worth close to $25 million and has drawn interest from the Yankees and Phillies, among other clubs.

According to FOX Sports' Jon Morosi, the Yankees are interested in free agent outfielder Cody Ross.

New York needs to replace Nick Swisher in right field, and Ross could be a decent fit. The 31-year-old batted .267/.326/.481 with 22 home runs and 81 RBI in 130 games this past season for the rival Red Sox. He's thought to be seeking a three-year deal worth close to $25 million. The Yankees are also reportedly interested in free agent Scott Hairston.

According to Buster Olney of ESPN, friends of Cody Ross believe the Red Sox are in the lead to sign the free agent outfielder.

Ross is reportedly seeking a three-year deal in the range of $25 million. While it's believed that Boston's signing of Jonny Gomes will not impact their pursuit of Ross, the two sides haven't engaged in new talks over the past few days.

ESPN's Buster Olney reports the Red Sox "remain open" about working out a deal with Cody Ross.

The Red Sox agreed to a two-year with Jonny Gomes on Wednesday, but Olney suggests that they haven't ruled out re-signing Ross, despite the fact that they haven't made any progress in talks since the end of the regular season. Ross is believed to be seeking a three-year, $25 million contract in free agency. He has received interest from the Braves and Phillies.