Victor Martinez (knee) plans to play in both Thursday and Friday's spring training games, Dana Wakiji of Fox Sports Detroit reports.

Martinez (knee) plans to play in both Thursday and Friday's spring training games, Dana Wakiji of Fox Sports Detroit reports.

Analysis:

Martinez returned to spring action Sunday, and the plan is to continue playing him as long as he doesn't report any setbacks. Manager Brad Ausmus acknowledged that the 36-year-old likely won't serve as the team's first baseman at any point in the near future, but as long as he continues to work his way into Grapefruit League play, he could be ready to DH by Opening Day.