Fri. 5/15: RHP Travis Smith (5-0) Bounces Back to Rattlers Rotation from Recent Bullpen Assignments

[Jim Goulart]

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[Jim Goulart]

It's only been 92 plate appearances (so, disclaimer), but old friend Jadher Areinamo, now on the Rays' 40-man roster and facing Biloxi again tonight, has really abandoned the rest of his game in the quest for power.

[Jim Goulart]

From Thursday's Link Report:

"2025 third round pick RHP Jacob Morrison (2 1/3 IP, 1 R, 1 H, 1 BB, 1 K) made his 3rd start for the Warbirds, conceding a leadoff homer before buckling down to retire the next 6 batters in order. Morrison exited the game after a walk and caught stealing to commence the 3rd inning, with an “injury delay” listed in the game log. Hopefully he’s not had any setback."

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Morrison threw three pitches after the caught stealing (2-1 count). After his final pitch, he motioned to the dugout to come visit him. The visit with the training staff was brief. Morrison's only indication was that he was extending his fingers on his right hand. Seemingly arm-related, but can't guarantee that. The young man's facial expressions didn't exude pain, but showed concern,

Not great, to be honest, but hoping for the best.

[Ro Mueller]

56 minutes ago, Jim Goulart said:

Morrison through three pitches after the caught stealing (2-1 count). After his final pitch, he motioned to the dugout to come visit him. The visit with the training staff was brief. Morrison's only indication was that he was extending his fingers on his right hand. Seemingly arm-related, but can't guarantee that. The young man's facial expressions didn't exude pain, but showed concern,

Not great, to be honest, but hoping for the best.

Thank you Jim. Fingers crossed.