Posted by lowellspinners on May 21, 2006
Yesterday, the Red Sox recalled former Spinners right-handed pitcher Abe Alvarez from Pawtucket. Alvarez had pitched well in Triple-A, with a 2.18 ERA and a 5-0 record in seven starts.
Abe joins current Red Sox Jonathan Papelbon and Cubs outfielder Matt Murton as 2003 Spinners on Major League rosters.
UPDATE: Alvarez has entered the game in relief of pitcher Lenny DiNardo in the third inning.
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Posted by lowellspinners on May 9, 2006
If you made it out to LeLacheur Park last season, there's a good chance you saw reliever Brian Marshall work his way toward a 2.35 ERA. But how many people knew he had a twin brother pitching in the Cubs organization?
Twin brother Sean broke Spring Training in the Cubs rotation and has since cemented himself as one of their best. He's currently leading the team with a 3.12 ERA after six starts. Keep your eyes peeled for Sean in Chicago and check out marshallfans.com for info on both brothers.
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Posted by lowellspinners on May 4, 2006
Local product and former Spinner Jason Twomley made a big jump today when he was placed on the Double-A Portland roster. Twomley, a native of Fitchburg, MA, played mostly first base for the Spinners last year and had been in Extended Spring Training.
Best of luck, Jason!
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Posted by lowellspinners on May 2, 2006
Papelbon named AL Rookie of Month
Today former Lowell Spinner Jonathan Papelbon capped off his astounding run to begin the season by winning the AL Rookie of the Month award for April.
Papelbon, a Spinner in 2003, has yet to allow a run to score in 14.1 innings, striking out 14 on route to ten saves.
Congrats, Jonathan!
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