The Boston Red Sox shortstop told reporters that beginning a minor league rehab assignment “sometime in August is in play,” according to Tim Healey of The Boston Globe. He would still need to begin baseball activities, receive medical clearance and complete a rehab assignment without experiencing a setback. However, the possibility of Story playing in minor league games this month represents encouraging news for a Red Sox team attempting to remain in the playoff race. The Red Sox have remained in postseason contention without Story, but his eventual return could give the club another experienced option in the infield. More Red Sox