{"playerId":469,"percentChange":0,"averageDraftPosition":210.4,"percentOwned":100,"playerRaterSEASON":3.3,"playerRater7DAY":-1.6,"mostRecentNews":{"news":"Berkman went 2-for-4 in Wednesday's loss to the White Sox.","spin":"Berkman raised his average to .329, but more impressively has now reached base in 20 out of 22 games this year. He should continue to get on base and produce solid offensive numbers if he stays healthy, as he's hitting third in the potent Rangers lineup. Hopefully he'll be able to contribute when the Rangers are without the DH next week if manager Ron Washington does indeed get Berkman into the field for the first time all season.","date":"Wed May 1"},"fullName":"Lance Berkman","seasonOutlook":{"outlook":"If Berkman can stay healthy, he has a chance to put up some good numbers hitting in the heart of a still-potent Ranger lineup, with half his games in hitter-friendly Arlington. But that's a big if, as Berkman missed the majority of 2012 with assorted ailments. Berkman will be slotted at designated hitter so he is less likely to get hurt, though Texas has ample sticks to give Berkman a day off, particularly versus tough lefties. Some are overestimating the boost from the lineup and park and are expecting too much. Berkman is worth a late or reserve roster spot since the potential is there. However, there are myriad better choices if you're looking for the surprise endgame difference-maker.","seasonId":2013,"date":"Wed Feb 20"},"playerRater30DAY":3,"playerRater15DAY":2.3,"positionRank":11}