Xander Schauffele, who's been sidelined with a intercostal strain and slight tear in his rib cartilage, returns to the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill this week with modest expectations.

Arnold Palmer Invitational kicks off arguably the most intense — and best — stretches of golf all season. As soon as the Red Cardigan is awarded on Sunday, prep begins for THE PLAYERS and the season-high $25 million purse up for grabs at TPC Sawgrass.

Xander Schauffele reaffirmed his intention to return to the PGA Tour at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, but gave some insight when that decision will be made.