"Astros left fielder Carlos Lee said he may retire when his contract expires after the 2012 season as he aims to devote more time to his family.

"I don't know if I'm going to play after this contract," said Lee. "I'm ready to go home."

Lee, who is in his 12th season in the majors, said he probably will consider retiring after the final year of a six-year, $100 million deal, which he signed in late 2006.

"Maybe on my last year if I still have a love for the game and I still feel like I can play, I will probably come back," Lee said. "As of right now, me and my family have plans to finish up here in Houston." "