Worrell Given Time to Deal With His Issues

Philadelphia Phillie reliever Tim Worrell was put on the disabled list Friday after telling the team he had “personal psychological issues” that were affecting his family life and his ability to do his job.

Worrell, the setup man for closer Billy Wagner, has given up 22 hits and 12 earned runs in 11 innings this season. Worrell is in the second year of a $5.5-million, two-year contract with the Phillies.

“I am going to deal with these issues and I hope to resolve them as quickly as possible,” Worrell said.

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Chicago Cub shortstop Nomar Garciaparra said he needs a month of rest before beginning rehab after surgery last week on a ruptured tendon in his left groin. Garciaparra said the doctors told him the tear was worse than anticipated but would not take longer to heal.

“I still believe I can get back before the end of the season,” he said. “I don’t know exactly when that is or what month, but I do believe that.”

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Florida state Senate President Tom Lee declared dead a bill for a $60-million tax rebate, leaving the Marlins 0 for 4 in attempts to obtain state money for a ballpark. The Marlins have said that without state financial help, they might move.

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Cleveland minor leaguer Darnell McDonald was suspended for 15 games for violating baseball’s minor league steroids policy, raising the total this year to 48 minor leaguers.

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The Houston Astros activated outfielder Lance Berkman from the disabled list and sent infielder Chris Burke to triple-A Round Rock.... Injured Seattle shortstop Pokey Reese, who has not played this season, had surgery on his sore right shoulder and will be out at least four more weeks.