Saturday, August 9, 2008

Ex-Cardinals Watch 8-9-08: Rolen & Wilson Hurting, Edmonds 2 HR's, Falkenburg & Reyes DFA'd, Reyes Nice Outing, Bennett Rehabbing, Wells On Way Out

Scott Rolen(Blue Jays):
The ongoing saga regarding Scott Rolen's off-days became a little more clear Friday, when Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston revealed a plan that will, at least for the next week, provide occasional rest for his third baseman.
Rolen To Be Rested Saturday

Jim Edmonds(Cubs):
Henry Blanco, who had 15 at-bats in July, delivered a walk-off RBI single in the 11th inning and Jim Edmonds smacked two solo homers against his former team to lift the Cubs to a 3-2 victory Friday over the St. Louis Cardinals.
Blanco Delivers Walk-Off Win In 11th

Brian Falkenborg & Gary Bennett(Dodgers):
To make room for Brad Penny on the active roster, the Dodgers designated reliever Brian Falkenborg for assignment before Friday night's game.
Falkenborg Dropped From Roster

Anthony Reyes(Indians):
No one was happier with Anthony Reyes' trade from the Cardinals to the Indians last month than Reyes himself.
Big Hits, Newcomer Reyes Lift Indians

Jack Wilson(Pirates):
Pirates shortstop Jack Wilson was scratched from the starting lineup of Friday's game against the Phillies, suffering from right shoulder stiffness.
Wilson Scratched From Buc's Lineup

Al Reyes(Rays):
Room had to be made for the arrival of Chad Bradford, and Al Reyes was the guy to go.
Rays Designate Reyes For Assignment

Troy Percival(Rays):
Looking all of his 38 years, especially sitting next to baby-faced starter Edwin Jackson, Tampa Bay pitcher Troy Percival organized Friday's clubhouse card game before the second game of a four-game series with the Mariners.
Percival Provides Young Rays With Veteran Poise & Leadership

Kip Wells(Rockies):
Local reports have suggested right-handed reliever Kip Wells will be removed from the roster to make room for Hernandez, who was 10-8 with a 5.48 ERA in 23 starts for the Twins.
Livan To Make Rockies Debut Saturday

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