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Manager Joe Maddon said Contreras (hamstring) is "really close" to returning, Patrick Mooney of CSN Chicago reports.

He was able to run the bases with no issue during batting practice Monday, and Maddon indicated Contreras' next step may be a minor-league rehab assignment -- assuming an affiliate is in the playoffs. If not, the Cubs will likely get him up to game speed through simulated games. While he's close, Contreras still remains without a concrete return date.

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