It’s Not Over Yet: Rookies in Postseason
September 29th, 2008
September 29, 2008 — Just a couple of short updates to announce. The biggest news is Kevin Jepsen has notched another career first, by getting named to the postseason roster for the Los Angeles Angels. With nine of the ten pitching slots spoken for well in advance, it was a tough battle for that last opening among Jepsen, Jason Bulger, Shane Loux and Justin Speier. Brandon Wood and Kendry Morales also secured spots for the playoff run. According to an article in the LA Times, Sean Rodriguez and Bobby Wilson will travel with the team in the event the Angels decide to make a roster change. Teams are allowed to make changes between series if they advance. Go get ‘em!
A bit of not-so-good news from the same LA Times article, Darren O’Day has been diagnosed with a labrum tear and will try rehab rather than surgery. Take care…
Lastly, the Angels announced their minor league organizational awards for 2008. Freddy Sandoval won Player of the Year and Anthony Ortega was named Pitcher of the Year. Efren Navarro (Cedar Rapids Kernels/Rancho Cucamonga Quakes) was named Defensive Player of the Year. Nice!
Bye for now!
Entry Filed under: Cedar Rapids Kernels, Major League Baseball, Minor Leagues, Rancho Cucamoga Quakes, Salt Lake Bees
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