MIAMI -- New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer now expects to return from the disabled list on Saturday, according to the St. Lucie News' Jon Santucci.

Cuddyer is due to play in a Gulf Coast League game on Thursday and a Florida State League game on Friday before rejoining the Mets.

He has been dealing with a bone bruise below his left kneecap.

Cuddyer last appeared in a major league game on June 21, when he served as a pinch hitter.

UPDATE: Cuddyer did not appear in the Gulf Coast League on Thursday.