Wed 4/17/13 7:37 PM

Mariners manager Eric Wedge said Wednesday that Michael Saunders (shoulder) could return when first eligible on April 26. Saunders, who is recovering from a sprained right shoulder, has started some light swinging and hasn't had any issues. The outfielder was batting .286/.333/.500 with a homer and three steals when he went on the DL last week.