PLAYING TIME: Lewis, Blackburn return to rotations; Ortiz lands on DL
Jul 18 2012
AMERICAN LEAGUE
Lewis returns to Rangers' rotation
The Texas Rangers activated Colby Lewis (RHP, TEX) from the DL, and he started Wednesday afternoon's game against Oakland. Lewis has been out since the end of June with right forearm tendinitis. Martín Pérez (LHP, TEX) was returned to AAA-Round Rock to make room.
Lewis has had a strong season, with a 3.51 ERA fully supported by his skills. He's been showing control growth since his 2010 return from two seasons in Japan, and this year has posted a miniscule 1.1 Ctl ratio, while raising his Dom to 8.1 from 7.6 last season. Lewis has always had a tendency to give up home runs, and in 2011 a rise in his fly ball rate to 49% led to a league-leading 35 home runs allowed. This...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Today
Luke Keaschall to see time with the stream of Twins injuries; speedster Simpson arrives in Tampa; Young to get at least on start in Baltimore.
Apr 19 2025 8:26am
Apr 19 2025 8:26am
Zach Neto completes his rehab and is on his way to Anaheim; Caleb Durbin takes over 3B in Milwaukee; Cincinnati's roster continues to churn; and more...
Apr 18 2025 9:13am
Apr 18 2025 9:13am
Edgar Quero should jump into the PT fray for the Sox; Clevinger release leaves save situation in flux; DeJong injury creates more time for Rosario, and more.
Apr 17 2025 8:54am
Apr 17 2025 8:54am
The Cubs send struggling Matt Shaw back to Triple-A; Sánchez returns to MIA outfield; Henderson arrives for MIL, and more.
Apr 16 2025 8:51am
Apr 16 2025 8:51am
Spencer Strider is on the docket this week, and will bump Bryce Elder from the rotation. Plus news on Sean Manaea, Kris Bryant, and more.
Apr 15 2025 8:09am
Apr 15 2025 8:09am
