Desmond Jennings went 2-for-3 with a walk, a double, an RBI, and a stolen base against the Blue Jays on Tuesday.

Jennings has been solid in the first two games of the regular season, logging four hits, including two doubles, in seven at-bats. Last season, he had 30-plus doubles, nearly 15 home runs, and 20 stolen bases. If he can reprise the performance, he'll be a valuable fantasy option.

Desmond Jennings went 2-for-3 with a double, two RBI and a walk against the Red Sox on Sunday.

Jennings looks noticeably stronger after adding weight over the winter, yet it hasn't stopped him from swiping three bases this spring. He could be a really nice fantasy outfielder, especially if Joe Maddon chooses to hit him at or near the top of the order consistently. He might frequently bat sixth or seventh, though.

Desmond Jennings put on 10-15 pounds of muscle over the offseason.

"I get here every spring and I probably lose at least 10 pounds, so I feel I'll be around what I want to play with once the season starts," Jennings said. Rays manager Joe Maddon has discussed using Jennings in the leadoff spot, but he's open to hitting him lower in the order "if he's gotten that big, which I've heard from other people, we'll see," Maddon said. Jennings hit .252/.334/.414 with 14 homers and 20 steals last season.

Rays manager Joe Maddon indicated Friday that there's a good chance Desmond Jennings could return to the top of the Rays lineup in 2014.

The 27-year-old outfielder finished the season alternating between the leadoff spot and the bottom third of the Rays lineup. While he's proven to be a bit injury-prone, he still possesses a dazzling combination of power and speed, and his overall value would only increase with the outlook for more at-bats atop the Rays order.

Rays manager Joe Maddon said that Desmond Jennings (hamstring) is likely to be removed from Friday's game in the later innings.

Jennings didn't play a full nine innings in the tiebreaker and Wild Card games, either, as his troublesome left hamstring still isn't 100 percent. The outfielder does have three hits in six at-bats in those two contests, though.

Desmond Jennings went 2-for-3 with a two-run double in the Rays' win over the Indians on Wednesday.

Delmon Young hit a solo home run to open the scoring, but it was Jennings' double off Indians starter Danny Salazar that really gave the Rays a hold on the game. Jennings later singled before being replaced by pinch-runner Sam Fuld. He was the only Rays batter with multiple hits in the game.

Desmond Jennings (hamstring) is starting in center field in Wednesday night's AL Wild Card Game.

Jennings had no issues with his troublesome left hamstring during Monday's tiebreaker game with the Rangers and will bat sixth on Wednesday vs. the Tribe. The full Tampa Bay lineup: David DeJesus LF, Wil Myers RF, James Loney 1B, Evan Longoria 3B, Ben Zobrist 2B, Desmond Jennings CF, Delmon Young DH, Yunel Escobar SS, Jose Molina C. Alex Cobb will be on the mound for the Rays.

Rays manager Joe Maddon said that Desmond Jennings (hamstring) came out of Monday's tiebreaker game fine and will be on the team's Wild Card game roster.

Jennings went 1-for-3 with a walk and got thrown out by plenty in the first inning when he tried to stretch a single to a double. He was removed late in the game for defensive purposes. "Desmond is doing really well," Maddon said on Tuesday. "You saw him play last night. The first ball down the line, I don't even know if under normal circumstances it would've been closer, but Gentry made a nice play on it. Overall, I'd say he's about 85 percent. He swung the bat really well last night so he should be fine for tomorrow night."

Desmond Jennings admitted that he's playing in Monday's tiebreaker even though his left hamstring isn't 100 percent.

"It feels good enough for me to play," Jennings said. "I'm not going to limit myself." The outfielder is certainly at risk of making the injury worse, but he's willing to gamble in Game 163. It's Jennings' first start in over a week.

Desmond Jennings (hamstring) is in the starting lineup for Monday's tiebreaker against the Rangers.

Jennings hasn't played since last Sunday due to a left hamstring strain, but he'll bat leadoff and play center field for Game 163. He'll be followed in the lineup by Wil Myers, Ben Zobrist, Evan Longoria, Delmon Young, Sean Rodriguez, James Loney 1B, Yunel Escobar, and Jose Molina. David Price is on the hill for Tampa Bay.

Desmond Jennings is working out in center field Monday to see how his hamstring responds.

Jennings had been limited to light running previously, but he's going to attempt to ramp things up. Still, the expectation is that he'll only be able in a pinch-hitting capacity for Monday's tiebreaker game against the Rangers.

Desmond Jennings (hamstring) will only be able to pinch-hit in Monday's tiebreaker with the Rangers.

Jennings suffered a strained left hamstring over a week ago and still can't run enough to play the field. It's a frustrating situation for the Rays, though they have a solid backup center fielder in David DeJesus. Jennings should be feeling better by Wednesday's American League Wild Card Game if the Rays are able to advance.

Desmond Jennings (hamstring) said Sunday that he's still not able to play the outfield.

Jennings hasn't started a game in a week due to a strained left hamstring. He's able to pinch-hit, but whether he'll be ready to play the outfield in a tiebreaker or Wild Card game is up in the air. David DeJesus is in center field Sunday.

Desmond Jennings grounded out as a pinch-hitter Saturday.

Jennings hasn't started a game in a week due to a strained left hamstring, but he's felt well enough for a couple pinch-hitting appearances. It's not clear whether he'll be able to play the outfield for Wednesday's Wild Card game, if the Rays make it there.

Desmond Jennings (hamstring) said a running session went well Wednesday.

Jennings said his hamstring doesn't hurt when he swings and hopes to return to the lineup as soon as possible. Still, it's unclear when that will happen.

Desmond Jennings (hamstring) hit and played catch Tuesday.

Jennings is feeling improvement with his hamstring, but not often to resume running. The Rays are hopeful he'll play at some point before the end of the regular season, but fantasy owners shouldn't count on him.

Desmond Jennings (hamstring) is confident he'll return to action later this week.

Jennings has what is being described as a mild left hamstring strain, which he suffered on Sunday. Even though it sounds like he'll be back later this week, fantasy owners pushing for a championship would be wise to seek an alternative.

Desmond Jennings has been diagnosed with a mild left hamstring strain and is considered day-to-day.

Jennings left Sunday's game after experiencing tightness in his left hammy and an MRI revealed the strain. He'll be limited over the final week of the regular season.

Desmond Jennings will undergo a precautionary MRI on his injured hamstring.

Jennings was forced to leave Sunday's game against the Orioles due to tightness in his left hamstring. The Rays are simply being cautious and want to rule out any serious injuries. Expect him to miss a day or two but return to the Rays lineup early this week.

Desmond Jennings is day-to-day after leaving Sunday's game against the Orioles with a tight left hamstring.

Jennings injured himself while beating out a bunt single. It appears to be a minor strain, but expect him to sit out at least a game or two.