Saturday, February 16, 2013

Lance Berkman About 80%

Lance Berkman has been in the game long enough that the Rangers are letting him go at his own pace.

They are more worried about Berkman being healthy and ready to go on March 31, Opening Day, rather than when Cactus League games start in a week.

"If we need to, we can get him at-bats in a minor league game," Ron Washington said.

Berkman, who had two surgeries on his right knee last year, said he's at about 80 percent. He has no limitations hitting and feels he is healthy enough to field ground balls at first base.

But don't expect Berkman roaming the outfield anytime soon.

"No, he won't," Washington said. "But he'll walk across it."

Star Telegram

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