Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters Friday that Kershaw will start a rehab assignment next Wednesday, more than a month before the team is allowed to activate him to its active roster on May 17.

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw (toe) is scheduled to begin a minor league rehab assignment on Wednesday, according to manager Dave Roberts. The veteran southpaw isn't eligible to be activated from the injured list until the middle of May.

Tony Gonsolin will start Tuesday for Oklahoma City, Evan Phillips is closest to returning from the injured list, and Michael Kopech will throw a bullpen session this homestand