Crawford wouldn't mind DH at times
Published 6/11/2008 by Bill Chastain at Major League Baseball News
Rays outfielder Carl Crawford says he wouldn't mind being the designated hitter at times while the team is at home this season to take some of the wear and tear off his sore right knee. Manager Joe Maddon says such a scenario is possible.
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