Allen Craig went 2-for-3 with a walk as the Cardinals' first baseman on Sunday.

He's batting .379. Craig has made three starts at first base this spring, compared to seven in right field, suggesting the Cardinals will continue using him in the infield from time to time. Matt Adams could sit against certain lefties, with Craig at first base and Shane Robinson in the outfield.

According to Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post Dispatch, Allen Craig (foot) has progressed in his rehab to the point where he's ready to begin running in the outfield.

After the World Series concluded, Craig took a month off from all activities to allow the torn ligaments in his foot to fully heal. He has since been working out and working on conditioning drills, and recently began running. He's expected to be fully healed and ready to go for the start of spring training.

Allen Craig is batting cleanup for the Cardinals in Game 6 of the World Series on Wednesday.

Craig reported no major issues after starting at first base in Game 5 on Monday. He will DH in Game 6 on Wednesday and try to help the Cardinals force a Game 7. The full St. Louis lineup: Matt Carpenter 2B, Carlos Beltran RF, Matt Holliday LF, Allen Craig DH, Yadier Molina C, Matt Adams 1B, David Freese 3B, Jon Jay CF, Daniel Descalso SS. Michael Wacha is on the mound.

Allen Craig has been added to Monday's World Series Game 5 lineup at first base.

Craig pushed himself with some ground balls before the game and evidently his left foot is feeling well enough. He'll hit sixth for the Cardinals versus left-hander Jon Lester, while Matt Adams will head to the bench. Craig is 4-for-9 during the World Series and has contributed a pinch-hit each of the last two nights.

Cardinals manager Mike Matheny said during an appearance on MLB Network Radio on Sirius XM that there's still a chance Allen Craig (foot) will be in the lineup for Game 5 of the World Series on Monday.

Allen Craig (foot) will not start at first base for Game 5 of the World Series on Monday.

Craig appeared less than 100 percent when he pinch-hit on Sunday, but he told reporters after the game that he hoped to play first base in Game 5. While he took grounders at the position Monday, the Cardinals aren't ready to put him back in the field. The good news is that he could DH for Game 6 and a possible Game 7.

Allen Craig (foot) is hoping to play first base in Game 5 of the World Series on Monday.

But it seems unlikely to happen. Craig was used as a pinch-hitter in Game 4 on Sunday and couldn't make it past first base on a shot to the right-field wall because of lingering discomfort in his left foot. Matt Adams, a left-handed batter, will probably have to start at first again versus Red Sox left-hander Jon Lester.

Cardinals manager Mike Matheny indicated Sunday that all of Allen Craig's (foot) tests came back clean and he will be available off the bench for Game 4 of the World Series on Sunday.

Craig appeared to aggravate his left foot injury while scoring the game winning run in the Cardinals Game 3 victory on Saturday. He had initially hoped to return to the starting lineup for Game 4, but the Cardinals have to be delighted that he's at least an option off the bench on Sunday.

Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak said in an interview on 1120 KMOX Sunday that the club is "optimistic" Allen Craig (foot) "didn't go backwards or have a major setback."

Craig aggravated his left foot injury while scoring the game-winning run in Saturday's Game 3 victory over the Red Sox. The Cards are hopeful that he'll be available Sunday, though it seems likely to again be in a pinch-hitting role. The odds of him playing first base in Games 4 and/or 5 probably aren't very high.

Allen Craig delivered a pinch-hit double and ended up scoring the winning run in the Cardinals' 5-4, walk-off win over the Red Sox in Game 3 of the World Series on Saturday.

Craig was called on to hit with a runner on first base and one out in the ninth inning and he came through, doubling to put runners at second and third for Jon Jay. That's when chaos ensued. Jay hit a ground ball stabbed by a drawn-in Dustin Pedroia, who threw home to nail Yadier Molina at the plate. Craig took third on the play, prompting catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia to throw the ball into left field attempting to gun him down. Attempting to score, Craig tripped over a prone Will Middlebrooks on the way home, leading the third base and home plate umpires to call interference and award Craig home. It was a wild ending to an equally wild game.

Allen Craig (foot) is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's Game 3 but could enter as a replacement later in the game, according to Cardinals manager Mike Matheny.

Matheny also offered that Craig could see some time at first base, suggesting he might not just be a late-game pinch-hitting option. Craig took ground balls before Saturday's game in hopes of convincing Matheny he was able to go but the manager decided against it. Still, everything suggests he's close to getting a start in the field, a start that could come as early as Sunday.

Allen Craig (foot) took ground balls at first base before Game 3 of the World Series on Saturday.

It marked the second straight day that Craig was able to do defensive drills at first base. He is limited to pinch-hitting duties on Saturday, but could be cleared to return to the lineup at first base on Sunday or Monday.

Cardinals manager Mike Matheny said Friday that Allen Craig (foot) could play the field in Games 4 and/or 5 of the World Series.

Craig did some defensive drills Friday for the first time since suffering a Lisfranc injury to his left foot back on September 4. He'll do more drills Saturday but will likely only be available to pinch-hit in Game 3. It sounds like he's progressing well enough to possibly start at first base on Sunday or Monday, though.

Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak said Thursday that Allen Craig (foot) playing the field during the World Series is "probably a reach."

"I think it's probably a reach," Mozeliak said. "We'll see. Still have 48 hours." The Cards have the benefit of using Craig in the DH spot for games in Boston, but it appears he'll likely be limited to pinch-hitting duty in St. Louis unless he experiences notable improvement in a hurry.

Allen Craig had no issues with his injured left foot Wednesday in Game 1 of the World Series.

Craig, serving as the Cardinals' designated hitter and cleanup man, took some confident cuts and wound up 1-for-4 in the 8-1 loss. He'll likely DH again on Thursday night with Matt Adams continuing to man first base.

Allen Craig is batting cleanup for the Cardinals in Game 1 of the World Series against the Red Sox.

Craig is still recovering from a Lisfranc injury, so he'll DH while Matt Adams plays first base. Shane Robinson is starting over Jon Jay in center field. The full lineup for St. Louis: Matt Carpenter 2B, Carlos Beltran RF, Matt Holliday LF, Allen Craig DH, Yadier Molina C, David Freese 3B, Matt Adams 1B, Shane Robinson CF, Pete Kozma SS.

Cardinals manager Mike Matheny announced Tuesday that Allen Craig (foot) will be on the World Series roster.

Great news for the Cardinals. Craig has been sidelined since early September due to a Lisfranc injury, but he has increased baseball activities in recent days and feels well enough to DH and pinch hit at the very least. It's possible he could start a game at first base later on in the series.

Allen Craig has yet to test out his left foot with any defensive drills.

Craig is feeling well enough to serve as a DH in Boston for Games 1 and 2 and a pinch-hitter in St. Louis for Games 3 and 4 of the World Series. If he keeps progressing, it's possible he could start at first base in Game 5 versus lefty Jon Lester. While he hasn't officially been told he's on the roster yet, it appears to be a formality at this point. "All indications are pointing that way," said Craig. "I haven't been told, `Hey, you're on the roster.' But, I think, given my progress, I'm in a good spot."

Allen Craig (foot) took live batting practice again on Sunday.

He also did some running to first base. Craig has progressed well recently with his Lisfranc injury and is expected to be ready to serve as the Cardinals' designated hitter in Boston if he can avoid a setback. He hasn't played since September 4.

Allen Craig (foot) is expected to be on the Cardinals' World Series roster.

Craig took 10 at-bats during a simulated game Friday and will have another hitting session before the World Series begins on Wednesday. Assuming he doesn't have a setback, he'll serve as the club's designated hitter in Boston and bat off the bench in St. Louis. Craig hasn't played since suffering a Lisfranc injury to his left foot back on September 4. "There are some things that I can improve on," Craig said. "I'm happy with where I am. I feel like there is something I can work with now. I'm not going to miss the World Series for anything."