SURPRISE, Ariz. -- Conversations with Rangers manager Jeff Banister have softened Shin-Soo Choo's stance on designated hitter.
In January, Choo balked at anything more than a cameo role in the position. After hearing out Banister, Choo has come around on the subject.
"The opportunity to make a better team, I can do that," Choo said Wednesday. "I play for the team first. Everybody comes to spring training working hard for the season with only one goal: win the World Series. That's why I'm here.
"I talked to Banny about what's best for me and best for the team.