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Fort Fragments (Wizards): Carlin, Hunter, Cuddyer, Breit
By Chad Gramling | July 26, 2008
- With the return of catcher, Josh Bard, from the disabled list, former Wizard, Luke Carlin was optioned back to Triple-A Portland. Since his May 10th debut, he had been behind the plate in 30 games including 23 starts. At the plate, he has gone 11-for-80 (.138) with three doubles, one triple, two RBI and 10 runs scored. But, with the July 31 trade deadline looming, it might be a short-lived stint. There’s been a lot of speculation that the Friars are trying to move Barrett or Bard. Padres GM Kevin Towers indicated otherwise, so we’ll have to wait out the week or so and see what happens.
- Torii Hunter returned to the Angels’ lineup yesterday. He had been placed on bereavement to spend time with his ailing grandmother, Edna Cobbs, who passed away Friday after a five-year illness.
- Still no set date for Michael Cuddyer’s return to the Twins’ lineup. He’s been on the DL since June 28th due to a strained tendon in the knuckle of his left index finger. The outfielder has also had soreness in the palm of his hand. An exam found no additional problems in Cuddyer’s hand.
- MadFriars has a good interview with current Wizards’ right hander, Aaron Breit. (Subscription required). He discusses the nerve problems he had in his elbow before returning to Fort Wayne, mechanical changes and overcoming early career struggles.
