The Reds may start right-hander Aaron Harang against the Brewers on Tuesday, which would make him eligible for the postseason.
The playoff roster deadline is Tuesday.
"Aaron, right now we got him on a (strengthening) program where we're thinking he will possibly make a ... be eligible to make a start on the 31st. ... and also making him eligible for the playoffs," manager Dusty Baker said.
Harang was put on the disabled list July 6 with lower back problems.
Harang May Start For Reds Tuesday