Hamilton received a cortisone injection Thursday to reduce capsular inflammation in his left knee, Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton had reportedly been dealing with some knee soreness since undergoing what was deemed a minor knee procedure in October, but it's caused him more issues than expected. The veteran outfielder has now been pain-free for the past 36 hours, but it may be worth monitoring whether or not he has any limitations at the start of spring training that could indicate the issue isn't behind him.

Hamilton had minor surgery two weeks ago to cleanup his left knee, Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Grant stressed that the surgery wasn't a big deal and that Hamilton has resumed rehabbing without any issues. The cleanup procedure likely stems from the 34-year-old's arthroscopic surgery that was performed near the beginning of September, but he was able to return to the team later in the month, hitting two home runs in the second-to-last game of the season. He should be ready to go come spring training, but considering his injury history and age, it remains to be seen how effective Hamilton will be at the plate in 2016.

Hamilton went 2-for-4 Saturday with two solo home runs.

EDGE Analysis

They were his first blasts since Aug. 14, giving Hamilton eight on the season in 166 at-bats.

Hamilton is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Tigers.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton will likely receive ample rest to ensure his knee doesn't cause him issues again, but the left-handed Matt Boyd likely played into his absence from the lineup Wednesday as well. Mike Napoli will replace him in left field again, batting fifth for the Rangers.

Hamilton is out of the lineup Sunday against the Astros, Jeff Wilson of Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton returned to action Saturday after a four-game absence following an arthroscopic procedure on his left knee. Though he struck out three times in four at-bats, Hamilton said the knee responded well to playing a full game. Rangers manager Jeff Banister will give Hamilton a rest Sunday, but look for the outfielder to return to the lineup for Monday's series opener versus Detroit.

Hamilton (knee) is back in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Astros, playing left field and batting eighth, per Rangers VP of Communications John Blake.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton had been seeing occasional pinch-hitting appearances since his activation Sept. 1, but this will be his first start Aug. 15. He's hitting late enough in the order to worry he's not 100 percent yet, but the Rangers are going to want him considering how near they are to closing out the division.

Manager Jeff Banister said Friday that Hamilton (knee) is "getting real close to being more than just a pinch hitter," the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton said he thinks he will be able to play left field again before the end of the regular season, something he feels is necessary to convince the team that he can contribute regularly in the playoffs. The 34-year-old struck out for the final out of the sixth inning Sunday in his second pinch-hit appearance undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery Sept. 11.

Hamilton (knee) was running to first base during batting practice Wednesday, Jeff Wilson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton continues to recover from a left knee issue that's kept him sidelined since mid-September. While it sounds as though he's making significant progress, there's still no concrete timetable for his return at this point.

Hamilton underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left knee Friday, Rangers VP of Comm. John Blake reports.

EDGE Analysis

No setbacks were reported during the procedure, so it seems it went off without a hitch. The Rangers are hoping Hamilton will be able to return this season, but there is currently no timeline for his return.

Hamilton will have a procedure Friday to clean up his knee with the hopes of returning before the end of the season, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram's Evan Grant reports.

EDGE Analysis

While the Rangers are being optimistic about Hamilton returning this season, his track record of serious knee issues should give owners pause. Even if he is able to return, his recent production, or lack thereof, should also be enough of a detractor for most owners to leave him on waivers.