Ex-Cardinals Watch 9-6-08: Cepeda Statue; Branyan & Drew Progressing; Reyes, Wilson, & Belliard Hurting; Lincoln & Rincon Comebacks; Haren Struggles

Orlando Cepeda:
The reality of joining other San Francisco Giants greats in bronze still hasn't gripped Orlando Cepeda.
Cepeda Ready For Statue Dedication

Russell Branyan(Brewers):
He also said he thought Russell Branyan was "still a ways away" from coming back from his oblique strain. But Branyan said he was feeling better and hoped to take some swings this week and make the team's next trip. He has been throwing the last three days.
"I hope so," he said. "I'm getting antsy."
Brewers Injury Notes

Dan Haren(Diamondbacks):
And then it was half a game.
Haren Struggles In D-Backs Loss

For Dan Haren, the frustration was overwhelming.
Haren Feeling Frustrated After Loss

Anthony Reyes(Indians):
Anthony Reyes said he's confident he'll make his next scheduled start Wednesday in Baltimore.
Reyes Exits With Sore Right Shoulder

Rich Rundles(Indians):
Rich Rundles had a bunch of friends calling him to talk about his big league debut.
Rundles Fine With Specialist Label

Ricardo Rincaon(Mets):
Reliever Ricardo Rincon came in to get two outs in the ninth, his first big-league appearance since April18, 2006 with the Cardinals. He spent this season with the Mexico City Reds.
Back In The Show

Ronnie Belliard(Nationals):
Ronnie Belliard suffered a potentially season-ending right groin injury during Thursday's 2-0 loss to the Braves and will undergo an MRI on Friday morning to confirm the grim diagnosis.
Groin Strain Could End Belliard's Season

Jack Wilson(Pirates):
Shortstop Jack Wilson missed a fourth game because of his bruised index finger, and it is unclear when he will return. The lingering swelling there has kept him from throwing -- his only restriction -- and there is no timetable for that.
No Target For Wilson

Mike Lincoln(Reds):
Mike Lincoln pays much more attention to his twice-surgically repaired right elbow than to his stats.
Improbable Comebacks Do Happen

J.D. Drew(RedSox):
As J.D. Drew signed autographs after taking batting practice yesterday, there was something notable about the scene - Drew was standing upright. He could still walk, and the stiffness hadn't returned to his lower back.
Drew Getting Back On Track