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Jose Iglesias (leg) could serve as the designated hitter early in spring training to get in extra at bats, Anthony Fenech of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Iglesias (leg) could serve as the designated hitter early in spring training to get in extra at-bats, Anthony Fenech of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Analysis:

Iglesias won't put as much stress on his injured shins playing in the designated hitter role, allowing him to get in extra reps. Manager Brad Ausmus said that there's some concern about how Iglesias' shins will hold up over the course of the season, but he will try to get in work any way he can in spring training in preparation for the campaign.

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