Blalock Headed to the DL, Again.

[Molina00]

In what has become a part of the Ranger's annual routine, Hank Blalock is heading back to the DL. He apparently aggravated his hamstring while running out a double in Friday night's game against the Twins. It's a shame too, since Blalock was having a solid season batting .299 with 5 doubles and 3 homeruns.

Another flurry of activity accompanied Blalock's move to the DL.
Jason Botts, batting .158 in 15 games this year, was designated for assignment.
Oklahoma outfielder Brandon Boggs was promoted to take Botts place on the roster.
Boggs Oklahoma teammate, Chris Shelton was also called up to replace the injured Blalock.

[love_that_reefer]

Bummer about Blalock. I was wanting the Giants to trade for him in the offseason.

[brewersfan19]

The still may reefer. He would be a nice fit at 3B for the Giants. Lots of room to hit doubles. He could be a building piece. But what would the Rangers want in return. PITCHING!!!!!

[love_that_reefer]

Aurilia is working on a knuckler.

[Bon Bon]

Is that the same Chris Shelton that had that great start a few years back for the Tigers? I can't believe they gave up on Botts that quick.

[love_that_reefer]

Yeah its the same Chris Shelton.

[brewersfan19]

Well, the Rangers are probably just trying to shake it up a bit.

[Bon Bon]

They need to do some shaking. They are off to an awful start.