Lance Berkman (hip) hit in the batting cages on Friday, the first time he has been able to do so since being placed on the disabled list. While he's eligible to be activated from the disabled list on Monday, he'll first need a minor league rehab assignment. If all goes well, he could rejoin the Rangers' lineup next weekend. He'll return to a disappointing .254/.355/.377 line with six homers and 34 RBI through 68 games.