The Texas Rangers are becoming hopeful that Shin-Soo Choo could return for the postseason, perhaps even at the beginning.

Choo underwent surgery on Aug. 17 for a fractured left forearm and was expected to be sidelined for eight weeks, but has made significant progress.

The Rangers won't begin postseason play until Oct. 6, the scheduled date for Game 1 of the American League Division Series, which now seems like at least a possibility for Choo's return.