Paul Konerko (hand) felt only normal soreness after taking swings in the batting cage Saturday.

Konerko (hand) felt only normal soreness after taking swings in the batting cage Saturday.

Analysis:

Konerko is presumably ready to play again, and he should return to action in the next week. If he does not play in the upcoming three-game set with the Royals, he is confident he will be ready to play in next weekend's series with the Rays.