While waiting for the other shoe to drop following Brock Peterson’s promotion, the shake-up was minimal at best. Memphis did add another infielder, but it was not another first base option. Luis Mateo played second base for the Redbirds last night, and Colin Walsh took his spot in the Springfield lineup. Kolten Wong had the day off yesterday, and I expect at least a couple follow-up moves this week.
It was an up and down weekend for the organization, as more weather problems plagued the system. I will be detailing any pitching decisions at the higher levels as well, since the Cardinals will need an extra starter or two before the five-game set with the Pirates.
Friday, July 19th
White smoke — Tyler Lyons, Memphis, 6 IP, 6 H, R, 2 BB, 6 SO, WÂ (33 SO, 7 BB last 5 starts)
Gray smoke — Joseph Scanio, Peoria, 0.2 IP, 4 H, 2 R (scored upon in 3rd straight game)
Black smoke — Brandon Lee, Johnson City, 1 IP, 6 H, 5 R, HR, L
Saturday, July 20th
White smoke — David Washington, State College, 3-5, 5 RBI, 2 2B, Walk-off Grand Slam
Gray smoke — Jamie Romak, Memphis, 0-3, 2 SO, 6 LOB (Takes over First Base)
Black smoke — Jake Lemmerman, Springfield, 0-4, 2 SO, GIDP, 5 LOB
Sunday, July 21th
White smoke — Jonathan Rodriguez, Palm Beach, 3-4, 2 HR, 5 RBI (drove in 4 with 2 outs)
Gray smoke — Johnson City Bullpen, 4 IP, 4 H, 5 R, 5 BB (All runs in 7th inning)
Black smoke — Deryk Hooker, Springfield, 0.1 IP, 2 H, 3 R, 2 WP, BB, L
Monday, July 22nd
White smoke — Cory Jones, Peoria, 6 IP, 6 H, 3 ER, HR, WPÂ 12 SO, W to improve to 7-1
Gray smoke — Kyle Grana, GCL Cards, 2 IP, 2 H, 2 R, 3 BB, BS
Black smoke — Victor Marte, Memphis, 1 IP, 4 H, 3 R, BB, (Still on 40-man roster)
