Rangers placed DH Lance Berkman on the 15-day disabled list with left hip inflammation. Berkman hurt himself when he lunged for first base while beating out a double play on Saturday. He's also dealt with a right knee injury recently, so he'll be allowed to rest both ailments at least through the All-Star break. Berkman's absence figures to benefit Jurickson Profar the most, though the Rangers could also decide to give Manny Ramirez a look eventually.

Lance Berkman (knee) could need a stint on the disabled list. Berkman returned to play the last four games, but he's sitting out Sunday and admits that his right knee is still really sore. The Rangers would probably be best served having him rest through the All-Star break. It's not clear when they'll make a decision on his status.

Lance Berkman is not in the Rangers' lineup Sunday. Berkman has dealt with a sore right knee recently, but this just appears to be a day of rest. Mitch Moreland is also sitting out, as Adrian Beltre is at DH Sunday, Jurickson Profar is at third and Robinson Chirinos is at first.

Lance Bekrman (knee) is in the Rangers' starting lineup on Wednesday evening against the Mariners. It'll be his first taste of action since June 26. Berkman is likely to have knee troubles all season -- which is partly why the Rangers just signed Manny Ramirez.

Lance Berkman (knee) is shooting to return to the lineup on Wednesday. Berkman took batting practice Tuesday and reported improvement with his right knee. "We'll give it another day," Berkman said. The designated hitter hasn't played in nearly a week after tweaking his knee when he slipped down a flight of stairs exiting the team plane.

Lance Berkman (knee) is out of the Rangers' starting lineup again on Tuesday against the Mariners. Berkman hasn't placed since last Wednesday because of right knee discomfort. He's still considered day-to-day.

Lance Berkman (knee) is not in the Rangers' lineup Sunday. Berkman's right knee is still giving him issues, as he's now sat out eight of the last 10 games. It's not clear when he'll be back in the lineup. Nelson Cruz is in the DH spot Sunday.

Lance Berkman (knee) is not in Saturday's lineup. Berkman is still day-to-day with right knee soreness. Ian Kinsler will serve as the Rangers' designated hitter, while Jurickson Profar is starting at second base.

Lance Berkman is out of Friday's lineup against the Reds due to a sore right knee. Berkman is available off the bench, so it doesn't sound too serious, but he has a long history of knee issues. Elvis Andrus will serve as the DH on Friday while Jurickson Profar plays shortstop.

Lance Berkman is not in Friday's lineup against the Cardinals. Berkman had a cortisone shot on Thursday, but said he's available for pinch-hit duties. The Rangers haven't ruled out him playing at first base during this weekend's series in St. Louis.