No, I'm not talking about Mark Redman. Lefty Mike Gonzalez has to shut it down for 12-14 months so he can have, and rehabilitate from, ligament transplant surgery according to ajc.com.
Gonzalez, who came over from the Pittsburgh Pirates in the off season in exchange for Adam LaRoche (there were minor league players swapped in the deal as well), pitched in 18 games for the Braves this season with a 1.59 ERA.
This could, with emphasis on could, mean that Joey Devine could be around for a while longer. Since I have been less than accurate in recent predictions I'm giving the politically correct "cautiously optimistic" line.
So, the Braves bullpen is down to one left-hander - Macay McBride. Look for the Bravos to try to get another lefty in the mix down in the 'pen. Hmmm...Mark Redman is still available? He gave up 38 hits in 21.2 innings and posted an ERA of 11.63 during his 6 games with the Bravos this year...but wait! He did have an ingrown toenail.
Pete Orr has never been on the disabled listed during his Major League career.
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Glad Redman is gone. Sad to see Gonzo gone for the year though. Your my favorite utility player Pete!
Redman was signed by the Texas Rangers earlier this week - more proof that a sucker is born every minute.
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