Didn't our former first baseman recently throw a tantrum when his manager decided to sit him for a single game?

I'm not naive enough to think Berkman truly feels this way, but it's good to see him publicly take the right approach.

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When Berkman says he is prepared to accept less playing time if it enhances the team's offense there is no sarcasm in the statement.

"If I've got to be a bench player to help this team win, I will. I'm not kidding about that. It's whatever is best for the team to win long term," Berkman said.

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