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Josh Hamilton, OF, Texas RangersHot off the Wire Fantasy Sports NewsRangers | Hamilton targeting Saturday return Marc Lancaster, of The Tampa Tribune, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) is targeting a return Saturday, July 4, against the Tampa Bay Rays. Rangers | Hamilton expects to return this weekend Updating a previous report, The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) expects to return to the lineup this weekend. Rangers | Hamilton plays Monday The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) went 1-for-4 in a rehab assignment with Double-A Frisco Monday, June 29. He served as the designated hitter and also stole a base in the seventh inning. Hamilton appeared to run without problems, even sliding into second base. "Everything felt OK physically," Hamilton said. "Sliding's fine. I stole third so the media wouldn't think anything was wrong with me." Rangers | Hamilton to DH Monday The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) will serve as the designated hitter with Double-A Frisco Monday, June 29. Hamilton will hit leadoff and try to get as many at-bats as he can before the league's All-Star break. If everything goes well, he could join Triple-A Oklahoma City Wednesday, July 1, and play multiple games there, including in the outfield. Hamilton took more batting practice and also ran the bases Sunday, June 28, and has suffered no setbacks. Rangers | Hamilton runs the bases Friday Updating previous reports, Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) ran the bases before the game Friday, June 26, according to The Associated Press. Rangers | Hamilton will play in All-Star game ESPNews reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) will play in the All-Star game if he is selected. Rangers | Hamilton will not begin rehab assignment until next week Jeff Wilson, of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) will not begin a rehab assignment until Tuesday, June 30, or Wednesday, July 1, which would put him on track to return Monday, July 6, according to manager Ron Washington. Rangers | Hamilton ahead of schedule Updating a previous report, T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) is ahead of schedule in his rehab and is hoping to be ready in time for a three-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays Friday, July 3. However, manager Ron Washington said the team still wants Hamilton to go on at least three or four games of rehab and the best case could be having him back for the final road trip before the All-Star break. He has started taking batting practice and is running 100 percent again. The plan is for Hamilton to run the bases Friday, June 26, and Saturday, June 27, while continuing to take batting practice. Rangers | Hamilton could return before All-Star break Jeff Wilson, of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) could return to the team before the All-Star break, according to general manager Jon Daniels. "There's a reasonable chance Josh returns before the All-Star break," Daniels said. "I know he'd like to participate in the All-Star Game if elected and the club would support him if he's back healthy." Rangers | Hamilton leaning toward skipping All-Star Game The Fort Worth Star-Telegram's Jeff Wilson reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) is leaning toward skipping the All-Star Game even if he's voted in. He's only two weeks removed from surgery to repair an abdominal muscle that tore away from the pelvic bone, and no date has been targeted for his return. Rangers | Hamilton swinging T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) has begun to swing at underhand pitches in the batting cage. Hamilton said he took 20 swings Friday, June 19, and 30 swings Saturday, June 20. He also threw from 90 feet. Rangers | Hamilton update The Fort Worth Star-Telegram's Anthony Andro reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) is hoping to hit off a tee Friday, June 19. Rangers | Hamilton plays catch Tuesday T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) played catch Tuesday, June 16, for the first time since having surgery last week. Hamilton said he threw from about 70 feet and felt fine. Rangers | Hamilton update The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) is already running on a treadmill and expects to resume baseball activities in about 10 days. Rangers | Hamilton undergoes surgery The Seattle Times reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) underwent surgery to repair a partially torn abdominal muscle Tuesday, June 9. He will likely be out for four to six weeks. Rangers | Hamilton to undergo surgery Anthony Andro, of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) will have surgery Tuesday, June 9, to repair a partial tear in his abdominal muscle. He will be out for four to six weeks. Rangers | Hamilton seeking second opinion Monday Jeff Wilson, of The Dallas Morning News, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (hernia) will visit with Dr. William Meyers Monday, June 8, for a second opinion on an abdominal strain. Rangers | Hamilton could be out until September Updating previous reports, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram's Jeff Wilson reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (hernia) had an MRI and a visit with a specialist that revealed a sports hernia, and he was placed on the 15-day disabled list. He'll seek a second opinion in the coming days but hopes the injury responds to rest and anti-inflammatories. If not, he will likely have surgery and need eight to 10 weeks to recover. Rangers | Hamilton headed to DL The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (groin) will go on the disabled list with a strained groin. The injury could sideline him anywhere from two weeks to two months. Hamilton's injury is very similar to a sports hernia, and general manager Jon Daniels said a second opinion will be needed before determining whether Hamilton will need surgery. Daniels indicated that rest and anti-inflammatory medication might alleviate Hamilton's injury. Rangers | Hamilton to be evaluated Tuesday The Sports Network reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) underwent an MRI exam Monday, June 1, and will be evaluated by Dr. John Preskitt Tuesday, June 2, before joining the team in New York. Rangers | Hamilton to have MRI Rangers.MLB.com's T.R. Sullivan reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (abdominal) is scheduled to have an MRI Monday, June 1, to determine whether he needs to go on the disabled list. Hamilton said he is playing at about "75 percent," but said it's "below 50 percent" when he tries to run. Rangers | Hamilton bothered by recurring groin problem Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (groin) was not in the starting lineup Sunday, May 31, against the Oakland Athletics, due to a recurring groin problem, according to The Associated Press. Manager Ron Washington said there are no plans to put him on the disabled list, but he is expected to see a specialist for what could be a sports hernia. Rangers | Hamilton sore The Dallas Morning News' Anthony Andro reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (hip/side) said his right side, hip and abs are still sore from crashing into a wall May 17. Rangers | Hamilton returns to action Friday Updating previous reports, Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (groin) went 1-for-5 in his return to the starting lineup Friday, May 22, against the Houston Astros, according to The Associated Press. Rangers | Hamilton back in lineup Friday T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (groin) is back in the starting lineup Friday, May 22, after missing the last three games with a strained groin muscle. Rangers | Hamilton expected to return Friday Scott McNeish, of MLB.com, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (groin) is expected to return to the lineup Friday, May 22. He is still listed as day-to-day. Rangers | Hamilton still out Thursday The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (groin) took batting practice Thursday, May 21, but is still unsure when he will return to the lineup. Manager Ron Washington continues to say that Hamilton's situation will not land him on the disabled list. Rangers | Hamilton does not start Wednesday The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (groin) took batting practice and ran the bases Wednesday, May 20, but was not in the starting lineup. He flew out as a pinch-hitter in the ninth inning. Rangers | Hamilton sits The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (groin) was out of the lineup Tuesday, May 19, to rest his sore right groin muscle. Rangers | Hamilton not in lineup Tuesday The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (groin) is not in the starting lineup Tuesday, May 19. The team will decide Wednesday, May 20, when Hamilton will return to the lineup. Rangers | Hamilton day-to-day with groin injury Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (groin) left the game against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim Sunday, May 17, prior to the eighth inning, after suffering a slight groin injury while crashing into the wall in right-center field on a leaping catch, according to The Associated Press. Manager Ron Washington said Hamilton is listed as day-to-day. Rangers | Hamilton homers Friday The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton homered for the third time in four games Friday, May 15, since coming off the disabled list. Rangers | Kinsler, Hamilton struggle against King Felix Rangers.MLB.com's T.R. Sullivan reports Texas Rangers 2B Ian Kinsler (.214) and OF Josh Hamilton (.143) have struggled against Seattle Mariners SP Felix Hernandez. Rangers | Hamilton homers Wednesday The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton hit a home run for the second straight day Wednesday, May 13, since coming off the disabled list. Rangers | Hamilton activated T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports the Texas Rangers activated OF Josh Hamilton (rib cage) from the 15-day disabled list Tuesday, May 12. Rangers | Hamilton ready to return The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (rib cage) said he felt good during his final rehab game Monday, May 11. He will be evaluated Tuesday, May 12, when he is eligible to be activated from the disabled list. Hamilton went 1-for-3 with a double and two walks with Triple-A Oklahoma Monday. Rangers | Hamilton could return Tuesday The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (ribs) could return Tuesday, May 12. Rangers | Hamilton plans to take batting practice Anthony Andro, of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (ribs) planned to take batting practice Friday, May 8. If that went well, he would start a rehab assignment for Triple-A Oklahoma City Sunday, May 10. Rangers | Hamilton may play in minor league game The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (muscle) may play in a minor league game on Monday, May 10. "If he's ready to go I'd like him to get his at bats with us," Rangers manager Ron Washington said. Rangers | Hamilton due back May 12 The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (ribs) is set to come off the disabled list May 12. He plans to do some hitting Wednesday, May 6. Rangers | Hamilton plays catch again Tuesday T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (rib cage) played catch again Tuesday, May 5, and did not experience any pain in his rib cage. Hamilton was encouraged and thinks he will be able to come off the disabled list when he is eligible. He will attempt to swing a bat Wednesday, May 6, and could go on a rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City Sunday, May 10. Rangers | Hamilton throws Monday The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (rib cage) started throwing Monday, May 4, as part of his rehab. He threw roughly 50 balls at 120 feet and said he hopes to start swinging a bat Wednesday, May 6. Rangers | Hamilton placed on DL Anthony Andro, of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, reports the Texas Rangers placed OF Josh Hamilton (rib cage) on the 15-day disabled list Friday, May 1, with a strained muscle in his rib cage. The move is retroactive to April 27. Rangers | Hamilton to swing Friday T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (rib cage) is receiving daily treatment and is hoping to resume swinging Friday, May 1. However, he is not optimistic that he will be able to play this weekend. Rangers | Hamilton feels better Thursday Updating previous reports, The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (ribs) is feeling better Thursday, April 30, and will meet with the team doctor. Hamilton doesn't think he'll be able to play until next week. Rangers | Hamilton not in lineup Wednesday Anthony Andro, of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (rib cage) is not in the lineup Wednesday, April 29, but said he is feeling better. Rangers | Will wait to decide Hamilton's status Richard Durrett, of the Dallas Morning News, reports the Texas Rangers will wait until Thursday, April 30, to decide whether or not OF Josh Hamilton (ribcage) will go on the disabled list. Hamilton was evaluated by team physician Dr. Keith Meister and was once again diagnosed with a strained left ribcage muscle; he was also given medication. Rangers | Hamilton not in lineup Tuesday T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (rib cage) is not in the lineup again Tuesday, April 28, and is in danger of being placed on the disabled list. He will be examined by Dr. Keith Meister Tuesday. Hamilton said he is in extreme pain and has played in just three of the team's last six games. "I can't do much of anything," Hamilton said. "I can't work out, I can't run, I can't swing, I can't throw. We'll see." Rangers | Hamilton out of Sunday starting lineup but pinch hits The Associated Press reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton (ribs) was out of the starting lineup Sunday, April 26, with bruised ribs, which he hurt sliding into third base on a double steal the night before. A team spokesman said X-rays were negative. Hamilton struck out looking as a pinch hitter in the eighth inning. Rangers | Hamilton changes stance T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton changed his stance in the offseason, removing his toe tap with his front foot that he used last season. However, the new stance has not been working this year, so Hamilton went back to the toe tap. "It's been good," Hamilton said. "My at-bats have been better. 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