In Play Magazine
Professional athletes use their legs more than anything and having two knee surgeries could oppose a problem in most cases.
Detroit Tigers third baseman Brandon Inge has recovered very well from his surgery on both knee's during the off season. Last season Inge had hit 21 home runs before the all-star break but only capped off the season with 27 total. The big hits were affected by his tendinitis in both knees, in the 2009 season but still played 161 games.
With two good performances in his 2010 spring training campaign Inge is looking ready to play and eager to swing. This is something Tiger fans should pay attention to and see whether or not the soon to be 33 year old can produce 20 or more home runs this season.
2010 Tiger Caravan Photo by Dave Anton/In Play! Magazine
In an arguable short line-up Inge needs to have a strong performance this season batting seventh and only hitting .226 since 2007.
With 170 strikeouts last season Inge will need to be more responsible at the plate in hopes to provide support in the bottom half of the order. And getting on base or driving in 84 runs like he did last season should help his team. Home runs are something this team is going to need and with Inge who has the ability his health is going to play a major role in the outcome of his plate appearances.
