Monday, September 1, 2008

Ex-Cardinals Watch 9-1-08: Tomko Released, Eckstein Traded, Percival To Be Activated, Lambert Back Up, Wells Struggles, Young No Timetable

Brett Tomko(Free Agent):
The Padres will officially announce Monday that they've parted ways with second baseman Tadahito Iguchi and pitcher Brett Tomko.
Padres To Release Iguchi, Tomko

Rex Hudler(Angels Broadcaster):
Three current Angels broadcasters -- Steve Physioc, Rex Hudler and Jose Mota -- are among the candidates for the 2009 Ford C. Frick Award for broadcast excellence.
Physioc, Hudler, Mota Up For Frick Award

Vladimir Nunez(Braves):
After drawing a bases-loaded walk to send home the winning run against the Braves in the 10th inning on Saturday night, Nationals outfielder Elijah Dukes pounded his chest in front of Atlanta right-hander Vladimir Nunez, who wasn't happy about the gesture.
Braves' Nunez Irked By Dukes

David Eckstein(Diamondbacks):
David Eckstein put on a Blue Jays uniform for the last time on Sunday afternoon at Yankee Stadium. Following Toronto's 6-2 victory over New York, the seldom-used infielder was informed that he had been traded to the Diamondbacks.
Eckstein Dealt To D-Backs For Beck

The D-backs acquired infielder David Eckstein from the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday in exchange for Minor League pitcher Chad Beck.
D-Backs Net Eckstein From Jays For Arm

Dmitri Young(Nationals):
Nationals first baseman Dmitri Young continues to make progress as he works his way back into baseball shape. Because play in the Gulf Coast League ended on Sunday, he will move from the team's Spring Training complex in Viera, Fla., to Burlington, Vt., on Monday.
Nationals' Young Making Progress

Troy Percival & Mike DiFelice(Rays):
In a scenario to create maximum roster flexibility, the Rays recalled outfielder Fernando Perez from Triple-A Durham on Sunday night to make him eligible for postseason play. They also optioned Juan Salas to Double-A Montgomery and recalled right-handed pitcher Jae Kuk Ryu from Durham and placed him on the 15-day disabled list (right elbow surgery).
Rays Make First Round Of Callups

Coco Crisp(RedSox):
The fact that Dustin Pedroia batted cleanup on Sunday for the second day in a row could only mean one thing: Kevin Youkilis is still sick.
Illnesses Leave Sox Shorthanded

Kip Wells(Royals):
Things got a little too wild for the Royals on Sunday.
Wells Struggles As Royals Drop Finale

Mark Grudzielanek(Royals):
The results of Mark Grudzielanek’s latest magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) exam all but ruled out a return to action in the season’s closing days.
Grudzielanek Update

Chris Lambert(Tigers):
The Tigers announced several moves that will be made on Monday and Tuesday when rosters expand.
Willis Rejoining Tigers On Monday

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