Cashner strikes out the first two. Gives up a single to the #3 hitter who then steals 2nd. Another single to the clean up hitter to score a run. Runner advanced to 2nd on throw to home. Another single to make it 2-0. And then is pulled for Searle. Very unfortunate.. He had the cleanup hitter in an 0-2 count when the runner stole 2nd.
Jokisch getting roughed up pretty good. 3.2 ip / 8 hits / 5 ER .. 45 strikes / 36 balls (at this point) still trying to get the final out in the 4th. judging by the game day seems to be pretty all over the place w/ control.
Damn. I really liked Jacquez. But, if we get Maples, Dunston, Vogelbomb, and Baez you can't complain. When was the last time the Cubs ponied up for a HS arm like Maples in the middle rounds?
Kendall Rodgers He's now saying it is indeed done and will be announced tonight. http://twitter.com/#!/KendallRogersPG Awesome that both our 1st & 2nd rounders are now definitely signed. Maples now please!
Who is this LHP Brad Hand? Born in 1990 w/ a good ERA in AA and this is the second time I've seen a boxscore this year where he is shutting down the Smokies offense. Looks like he has gotten some time in the majors this year already. I see.