Ex-Cardinals Watch 6-25-08: Rolen Ends Slump, Faulkenborg Gets Call, Bennett To 60-Day D.L., Cancel Sent Down, Percival Still Hurting, Ponson Recalled

Scott Rolen(Blue Jays):
After enduring a rough two-week spell with the bat, Scott Rolen says he has recently started to develop a much better "feel" at the plate. Whatever it is that Rolen may be feeling, it has obviously translated into success for the Blue Jays third baseman.
Rolen Hopes Slump Is In Past

Jeff Suppan(Brewers):
Jeff Suppan made it past the second inning, but he didn't make it back into the win column.
Brewers Fall Short Of Sweep In Atlanta

Jason Marquis(Cubs):
When Lou Piniella visited Jason Marquis on the mound three weeks ago, the Cubs manager asked for a few strikes. Marquis answered with a few wins.
Marquis Goes For Fifth Straight Win

Brian Faulkenborg & Gary Bennett(Dodgers):
Brian Falkenborg was purchased from Las Vegas to take Proctor's spot in the bullpen and backup catcher Gary Bennett was moved from the 15-day disabled list to the 60-day disabled list to open a 40-man roster spot for Falkenborg. Players on the 60-day DL don't count against the 40-man roster.
Proctor Admits He's Hurting, Heads To D.L.

Robinson Cancel(Mets):
The club added Phillips to the 25-man roster and optioned catcher Robinson Cancel to Triple-A New Orleans after the Mets' 8-2 win over the Mariners on Wednesday night. Cancel was to have been the player demoted when Church returned.
Mets Claim Phillips Off Waivers

Jack Wilson(Pirates):
From early April to the end of May, the Pirates looked lost defensively.
Defense Starts With Wilson For Pirates

Troy Percival(Rays):
When Rays closer Troy Percival walked four batters before notching the save on Tuesday night, he got a mid-inning visit from trainer Ron Porterfield and manager Joe Maddon, who suspected something was up.
Percival's Leg Still Not 100 Percent

Mike Timlin(RedSox):
Look for Mike Timlin to return to the Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on July 4, the first day he is eligible to come off the disabled list.
Timlin On Track For Rehab Start Thursday

Sidney Ponson(Yankees):
The Yankees have named their starting pitchers for Sunday's two-stadium Subway Series twin bill against the Mets, tabbing Dan Giese for the afternoon game in the Bronx and Sidney Ponson for the nightcap in Queens.
Giese, Ponson To Start Friday's Twin Bill