MVP candidate and All Star second baseman Ian Kinsler is going to start the 2010 season on the DL, say the Rangers:
Ian Kinsler To Begin Season On Disabled List With Ankle Sprain
GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- As expected, Rangers second baseman Ian Kinsler will start the season on the disabled list, general manager Jon Daniels confirmed Thursday.
"We haven't made the roster move yet, but the plan is for him to open on the DL," Daniels said.
Kinsler’s been battling a sprained right ankle since the early part of the month, and he only managed to appear in five Cactus League contests, none since March 12th. While he’s been able to hit off a tee and participate in batting practice, Kinsler hasn’t been running or doing any agility drills, as it is important to exercise caution and not risk aggravating an injury of this nature.
There's currently no timetable for Kinsler's return. It's not considered to be a major injury, but it is the sort that takes time to recover, so he may end up missing two or three weeks of the regular season. In the meantime, late March acquisition Andres Blanco is expected to get the starts at second base.
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