SURPRISE, Ariz. -- Martin Perez isn't afraid to say it. He believes this is going to be a big season for him on the mound and has a clear goal in mind.
"Last year was good, but this year, I'm going to throw more than 200 innings," Perez said. "That's my goal. Just stay healthy. If I stay healthy, I'll be able to do what I want."
There is no doubt that he really wants it. That is the essence of Perez, who will start the Rangers' Cactus League opener against the Royals on Saturday (2:05 p.