The Los Angeles Dodgers are on the verge of getting their superstar back. Mookie Betts, who has been sidelined since April 4 with an oblique injury, is nearing a return to the lineup—and the timing couldn't be better for a team that's held its own without him.

Betts has only appeared in eight games this season, posting a 5-for-28 line with seven runs, seven RBIs, two home runs, and four walks. While those numbers are a small sample size, the eight-time All-Star's presence in the lineup is a game-changer for a Dodgers squad that has gone 17-12 in the 29 games he's missed. Overall, Los Angeles sits atop the NL West with a 23-14 record, though they've been treading water lately at 5-5 over their last 10 contests.

The next step in Betts' recovery is a rehab assignment with the organization's Triple-A affiliate, the Oklahoma City Comets. According to the team's official social media, Betts is scheduled to play on Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9. If all goes well, he could be back in Dodger blue as early as Monday, May 11, when the Dodgers host the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium, per Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic.

Before that potential return, the Dodgers have a three-game Mother's Day Weekend series at home against the Atlanta Braves starting Friday. For a team that thrives on depth and star power, getting Betts back in the swing of things would be a major boost—not just for the standings, but for the energy in the clubhouse. Whether you're a Dodgers fan or just a fan of elite baseball, keep an eye on Oklahoma City this weekend. Mookie is almost ready to make his move.