JUPITER - Marlins centerfielder Juan Pierre dislocated his right pinkie Sunday while sliding headfirst on a steal attempt.
Pierre's return is uncertain. He could come back within a week if the injury is not serious, or he might miss up to six weeks if there's ligament damage.
Pierre, who led the majors last year with 65 stolen bases, is scheduled to see a hand specialist today.
Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria said his heart skipped "five beats" when he saw Pierre get hurt.
"I guarantee you he'll be in the opening-day lineup," Loria said, "even if he has to bunt four times."
Baylor returns to Mets
PORT ST. LUCIE - Bench coach Don Baylor is back with the Mets after successful treatment for cancer. It was almost a year to the day since the 54-year-old coach was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, cancer of the bone marrow.
Also, second baseman Jose Reyes ran, threw and bunted in the batting cage and said his injured right hamstring feels better.
BRAVES: Second baseman Marcus Giles missed his sixth consecutive game with a sore thumb but is expected to start today. Also, third baseman Mark DeRosa sat with a bruised wrist sustained Saturday when he was hit by a pitch.
CARDINALS: Infielder Tony Womack was acquired from Boston for minor-league pitcher Matt Duff. Womack, who had reconstructive surgery on his throwing elbow in October, will report today for an evaluation.
CUBS: Moises Alou bruised his left kneecap when he fouled off a pitch. He is scheduled to be evaluated today.
DODGERS: Third baseman Adrian Beltre was scratched because of stiffness in his right shoulder.
INDIANS: Outfielder Adam Piatt left camp for personal reasons. The team said his status would be clarified in the next few days.
MARINERS: New shortstop Rich Aurilia played for the first time since March 14 because of a right calf strain and said he felt no pain.
ROCKIES: Outfielder Larry Walker sat to receive treatment after reaggravating his left groin Saturday. He is expected to miss one or two more games.
TWINS: Right-hander Rick Helling will miss at least a month with a broken right leg. He was hit by a line drive Saturday.
