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Henderson still wants to play

The Spokesman-Review

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Rickey Henderson is ready to run again.

Baseball’s career leader in runs and stolen bases will play in the new independent Golden Baseball League this season, agreeing on Monday to join the San Diego Surf Dawgs.

The 46-year-old Henderson started the last two years with the Newark Bears of the independent Atlantic League. He finished 2003 with the Los Angeles Dodgers, playing in 30 games.

“He still hopes to play in the majors,” agent Jeff Borris said. “He still feels that he can be competitive.”

Henderson scored 2,295 runs and stole 1,406 bases in his 25-year career in the big leagues. He had 3,055 hits and 2,190 walks.

Around the league

Blue Jays catcher Gregg Zaun was placed on the 15-day disabled list after sustaining a concussion while breaking up a double play against the visiting White Sox on Sunday.

“Detroit Tigers closer Troy Percival was put on the 15-day disabled list with an apparent forearm injury that will require rest but not surgery.

“Sammy Sosa missed a fourth straight start with an abscess on his left foot, and now the Baltimore Orioles aren’t sure when they’ll get him back in the lineup.

“Manny Ramirez left Monday night’s game against Oakland after being beaned, the second straight day the Red Sox slugger was removed after being hit by a pitch in the first inning.

“Texas Rangers reliever Carlos Almanzar is scheduled to have ligament replacement surgery in his right elbow Friday and will miss the rest of the season.

“Florida Marlins second baseman Luis Castillo left Monday’s game against Houston after he hurt his left thigh running out a bunt in the sixth inning.

“The Colorado Rockies designated outfielder Michael Restovich for assignment and purchased the contract of right-hander David Cortes from Triple-A Colorado Springs.

Associated Press