PLAYING TIME: Roberts return imminent?
Jun 6 2012
AMERICAN LEAGUE
Roberts' BAL return accelerating
Brian Roberts (2B, BAL) enjoyed his best rehab night yet Tuesday, going 3-for-5 with two doubles at AAA-Norfolk while raising his BA to .308 in 26 AB over three minor league levels. Once dependable for a .280+ BA, 30+ SB and double-digit HR, Roberts has yet to play in 2012 due to the lingering effects of a concussion suffered last season. Now 34 years old, Roberts has recorded less than 400 AB in 2010-2011 as a result of this injury and back / abdominal issues.
Roberts' previous production levels suggests that he'll get a crack at being the primary 2B again, particularly given Robert Andino's (2B, BAL) issues. Andino's underlying skills have always been suspect even during his...
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