Jose Tabata went 0-for-3 with a walk Friday against the Rockies.

Tabata is now hitting just .152 (7-for-46) in 20 games since the All-Star break. Travis Snider is on the comeback trail from a toe injury, but the Pirates might be in the mix for outfield help before the August 31 waiver trade deadline.

Jose Tabata (forearm) went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in his return to the Pirates' lineup Sunday.

It was his first start since leaving last Wednesday's game with a forearm contusion. The young outfielder is batting just .259/.325/.378 in 57 games this season.

Jose Tabata (forearm) appeared as a pinch-hitter in Sunday's loss to the Marlins.

Tabata was hit by a pitch and suffered a large contusion Wednesday and remains day-to-day with a bruised right forearm. He could return to the Pirates' lineup Saturday.

Jose Tabata has a badly-bruised right forearm.

Tabata suffered the large contusion Wednesday when he was plunked by a pitch. He can hit but is unable to throw, so the Pirates will start Josh Harrison in right field in Thursday's series finale with the Nationals.

Pirates activated OF Jose Tabata from the 15-day disabled list.

Tabata, out since May 27 with a strained left oblique, batted just .179 (5-for-28) with one double and one stolen base over nine rehab games with Triple-A Indianapolis. He returns to a .272/.337/.407 batting line this season.

Jose Tabata (oblique) could be activated from the disabled list Wednesday.

Tabata is hitting .179 (5-for-28) with one double and one stolen base in nine rehab games with Triple-A Indianapolis, but the important part is that he's feeling good. "There was no re-injury," said Pirates manager Clint Hurdle. "He was able to move forward, get at-bats, play the outfield, run the bases, bunt, attempt to steal. Those types of things." The 24-year-old outfielder has been on the disabled list since May 27 with a strained left oblique.

Jose Tabata (oblique) will begin a rehab assignment Friday with Triple-A Indianapolis.

Tabata has been on the DL since May 27 with a strained left oblique. If all goes well, he should rejoin the Pirates before the end of the month.

Jose Tabata (oblique) has been hitting off a tee and taking underhand toss.

Assuming he progresses on schedule, Tabata is slated to begin a rehab assignment on June 21. He should rejoin the Pirates before the end of the month.

The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports that Jose Tabata (oblique) remains in a "holding pattern."

Tabata has been shut down since being placed on the disabled list in late May. The Pirates were originally hoping he could return in 2-3 weeks, but he's still yet to resume baseball activities. It's not clear if Tabata is dealing with a setback, but there's no timetable for his return.

Jose Tabata (oblique) has resumed physical activities.

Tabata was placed on the disabled list earlier this week with a strained oblique, but his rehab was delayed for a couple of days due to complications after root canal. He could return around mid-to-late June.

Pirates placed OF Jose Tabata on the 15-day disabled list with a strained left oblique.

Tabata is likely to be out for a little over three weeks. The 24-year-old outfielder has a .272/.337/.407 batting line, two homers and six RBI in 36 games this season.

Jose Tabata had a huge day at the plate Saturday, as he went 4-for-5 with a home run, three RBI and three runs scored.

Tabata had a two-run homer in the top of the third inning and an RBI double in the fifth. He needed a triple for the cycle, but fell short in his last plate appearance by flying out to left-center field in the ninth. The 24-year-old outfielder is 7-for-11 over the first three games and has pulled his batting average up from .200 to .279. It's nice to see, but he shouldn't be a consideration in mixed leagues until he becomes a regular in Clint Hurdle's lineup again.

Jose Tabata (hamstring) lined out as a pinch-hitter in the Pirates' loss to the Mariners on Wednesday.

Tabata hasn't started a game since May 1 because of hamstring tightness. The 24-year-old outfielder is batting just .200/.273/.300 in 22 games played this season.

Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said Jose Tabata (hamstring) will likely be available off the bench Tuesday.

Tabata hasn't played since May 1 due to a hamstring injury, but he ran well prior to Tuesday's game. He should be available to start later this week.

Jose Tabata (hamstring) could be available to pinch-hit Saturday.

Tabata has missed the last three games with hamstring tightness and remains day-to-day. The injury isn't considered serious and he should return to a platoon role in right field by early next week.

Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said Friday that Jose Tabata (hamstring) will likely be limited over the next couple of days.

Tabata left Wednesday's game after he felt tightness in his left hamstring while stealing second base. He's already feeling better, but the Pirates will play it safe for now. Consider him day-to-day.

Jose Tabata left Wednesday's game with a tight hamstring.

Tabata felt the discomfort while stealing second base in the eighth inning. He will be evaluated by the Pirates' medical staff on Thursday morning in Pittsburgh.

Jose Tabata left Wednesday's game against the Brewers with an apparent leg injury.

Tabata suffered the injury when he stole second base in the top of the eighth inning. He went 2-for-4 before leaving the game. The Pirates should provide an update on his status after the game, but it's worth noting that he has dealt with hamstring and quad injuries in the past.

Jose Tabata doubled in both of his at-bats Wednesday against the Rays.

Putting on an early power display, Tabata, who homered Monday, has three extra-base hits in six at-bats this spring. That matches his total from 68 at-bats last spring and 69 at-bats in the spring of 2011.

Pirates outfielder Jose Tabata homered Monday in the loss to the Twins.

Tabata is out of options this year, but since he has the costly long-term contract, it's possible he could clear waivers and get sent to the minors. The Pirates would prefer to see him impress this spring and claim a spot as the fourth outfielder. It's not like Starling Marte and Travis Snider are sure things as the projected starters in the corners.