Jake Mangum News: Reinstated Friday

The Rays activated Mangum (groin) off the 10-day injured list Friday, Ryan Bass of FanDuel Sports Network Sun reports.

The 29-year-old has been sidelined by a groin strain for over a month, but he's ready to rejoin the Rays after going 9-for-21 with four walks and a double during a six-game rehab assignment. Mangum wasn't expected to be a factor for Tampa Bay to begin the season, but he took advantage of the club's outfield injuries and started his MLB career with a strong .338/.384/.397 slash line and eight steals in his first 21 games.