Veteran pitcher Cliff Lee says he's ready to reclaim his spot in Philadelphia's starting rotation after missing the past nine weeks with a strained left elbow.

As for how much longer he will pitch for the Phillies, Lee is less certain as his name circulates in potential trade talks.

"It's out of my control," the 2008 AL Cy Young Award winner said. "Right now I'm a Phillie and I'm ready to help this team win."