In case you missed it in last night's game story

The return of Erik Komatsu was covered by Ryan Wilson in the PC's game story.

It has been a long four months for Erik Komatsu.

The Wisconsin Timber Rattlers outfielder began the season as the club's starting right fielder. That assignment lasted just one game as Komatsu injured himself on opening night and went on the disabled list immediately afterward.

Komatsu returned to the lineup as the designated hitter on Wednesday night, but he received a rude welcome as Dayton defeated the Rattlers 9-4 in front of 4,098 fans at Fox Cities Stadium.

While Komatsu's play was limited to offense, it felt good just to be back in the game.

"There were a lot of setbacks on the way back," said Komatsu, who listed an injured hand and hamstring among his ailments this summer. "I was supposed to be back in two weeks, but I'd go out and swing again and I was set back about three times."