SURPRISE, Ariz. -- Left-handed pitcher Derek Holland was up early on Monday morning, working out on the back fields at the Rangers' Spring Training complex. He has been here since last Wednesday, more than a week ahead of when Rangers pitchers and catchers are supposed to report.
After missing most of the past two seasons because of injuries, Holland, 29, is eager to get back on the mound. He also made it clear he is not eager to get here early so he can answer the same tedious questions about his injuries.
He has been there and done that.