David Eckstein's agent denied reports that his client is retiring.

"If the right opportunity arises, he will play," Ryan Gleichowski said. Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe reported over the weekend that Eckstein had officially decided to retire. Jon Heyman tweeted Sunday that Eckstein had the opportunity to play for the Mariners last season, but opted against it. The 37-year-old didn't play in 2011. The former World Series MVP has played 10 seasons and has a .280/.345/.355 career batting line.

Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe reports that David Eckstein has officially decided to retire.

Eckstein, 37, didn't play in 2011 but said at midseason that he'd consider playing again in the right situation. But, he's decided to hang up his cleats even though there were some teams willing to offer him a minor league contract. The former World Series MVP played 10 seasons and finishes with a .280/.345/.355 career batting line.

David Eckstein said he doesn't consider himself retired and would possibly return in the "right situation."

"It totally has to be the right situation, but when you say that, it's like you're disrespecting the clubs that have talked to you," Eckstein said. "This goes so much deeper than you guys will ever know." Eckstein, 36, said he had plenty of offers last offseason and was contacted by the Dodgers during spring training but simply "made a decision not to play." It's a real longshot that he would play this season, but perhaps he might get the itch next offseason.

The Dodgers considered signing free agent infielder David Eckstein during spring training but were told that it would take a one-year, $2 million contract.

With Rafael Furcal out at least a month due to a fractured thumb, there's a chance that the Dodgers will revisit talks with Eckstein. But he's going to have to lower his price considerably to make it work. The 36-year-old is a poor defender and batted just .267/.321/.326 last season.

Bill Ladson of MLB.com reports that the Nationals are considering players like David Eckstein, Aaron Miles or Willie Bloomquist for their bench.

According to Ladson, the Nationals had players on their bench last season who weren't comfortable with their roles, so the club is hoping to sign players who will "accept their roles without complaint." Miles and Bloomquist are unlikely to be in high demand.

Padres activated 2B David Eckstein from the 15-day disabled list.

Eckstein has been out since June 21 due to a calf strain and will return to a .279/.326/.354 slash line. He's never really been a fantasy guy, but the first-place Padres are certainly glad to have him back.

David Eckstein (calf) is expected to be activated from the disabled list Saturday.

Eckstein played three minor league rehab games with Low-A Fort Wayne this week. He has been on the disabled list since July 21 due to a right calf strain.

David Eckstein (calf) hit and took infield before Tuesday's game, but there's still no timetable for his return from the disabled list.

"The biggest thing about it is just making sure everything gets out of the calf," said Eckstein. "There's definitely still a spot that is tight, there's still a little stuff in there and they don't want a chance of re-straining that. We want to make sure that gets out of there, and then we'll start taking the next step." Padres manager Bud Black said it will likely be four or five days before Eckstein starts running again.

David Eckstein (calf) told manager Bud Black that he was "a little sore" following a rigorous on-field workout Thursday.

Eckstein tested his strained right calf with batting practice, running and fielding ground balls. Black wouldn't call Eckstein's soreness a setback, saying the second baseman would still take batting practice Friday, but that he might curtail his running a bit. Eckstein is still probably a week away from returning from an injury that's already cost him 16 games.

David Eckstein (calf) is eligible to come off the disabled list Thursday, however he will probably need another 7-10 days.

Eckstein has reportedly increased his baseball activities in recent days, but after the acquisition of Miguel Tejada, they can afford to be a bit more cautious.

The Padres are pleased with David Eckstein's progress from a right calf strain.

Eckstein underwent an MRI on Monday and will continue with his rehab program as scheduled. The Padres are hopeful that he can return from the disabled list close to when he is eligible next week.

Padres general manager Jed Hoyer said that the calf injury to David Eckstein will not change his approach at the trade deadline.

"We still don't have a feel for Eck's injury yet, so we don't want to prioritize an infielder. ... We have been looking at infield depth anyway, so it doesn't change our course," said Hoyer. Eckstein went on the disabled list Wednesday with a right calf strain. Jerry Hairston Jr. and Everth Cabrera will consist of the middle infield in the interim, but the Padres have been mentioned in rumors with the Orioles in regards to Miguel Tejada and Ty Wigginton.

Padres placed second baseman David Eckstein on the 15-day disabled list with a right calf strain.

Eckstein suffered the injury during Tuesday night's game against the Braves and will miss at least the next two weeks. Jerry Hairston Jr. and Everth Cabrera are likely to handle middle infield duties while he's sidelined. The little guy is batting .279/.326/.354 with 22 RBI on the season.

David Eckstein will likely head to the disabled list with a right calf strain.

Eckstein re-aggravated his calf injury during the first inning of Monday's game against the Braves. Jerry Hairston Jr. and Everth Cabrera will consist of the middle infield for now, but expect Padres GM Jed Hoyer to search for an alternative via trade.

David Eckstein returned to action on Friday July 16.

David Eckstein says that his calf injury has gotten better each day he's sat out.

The second baseman injured the "soleus" muscle in his calf and has missed the last four games. "I never knew I had a soleus before," Eckstein said. "I had no clue. I didn't know what I did . Each day since, it's gotten a lot better. We're just trying to be smart about it." It sounds like this isn't anything to worry about.

David Eckstein (calf) is out of the lineup again on Friday.

Eckstein has missed four straight games with a strained right calf. He is available in an emergency situation, however.

David Eckstein was out of the starting lineup on Tuesday due to a muscle strain in the lower part of his right calf.

"Eck has a little thing with his calf that we are keeping an eye on," said Padres manager Bud Black. "We think this can resolve itself in a few days. It's bothered him for a few days, but we just wanted to give him rest. We don't want to take any chances here." Even though Eckstein didn't start Tuesday, he popped out as a pinch-hitter in the eighth inning. He can safely be considered day-to-day.

David Eckstein will not be in the Padres' starting lineup Sunday.

Eckstein has been a pleasant surprise to start the season, as the 35-year-old is hitting .293/.350/.381 for the Padres. Lance Zawadzki replaces him at second base.

David Eckstein had four hits, including his 10th double, and scored three runs Friday against the Mariners.

Eckstein is 21-for-50 over his last 13 games, raising his average from .245 to .304. So far, he's been a $1 million bargain for the Padres.