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Pitcher Alan Williams Signed by Milwaukee Brewers Organization

Published on May 29, 2011 under Frontier League (FL)
Washington Wild Things News Release


Washington, Pa. - The Washington Wild Things, presented by Washington Financial, today announced that left-handed pitcher Alan Williams signed with the Milwaukee Brewers organization. He will report to Maryvale, Ariz., for a physical and will then be assigned to a Single-A club in the Brewers minor league system.

Williams, a first-year rookie with the Wild Things, had appeared in three games this season, earning one save while allowing no runs, three hits and three walks and striking out eight batters in 7.2 innings pitched. In Saturday night's game against Windy City, he threw four scoreless frames with one hit and four strikeouts.

Darin Everson, director of baseball operations and field manager for the Wild Things, said, "We are very excited for Alan to move forward in his career and chase his dream to become a Major League player. There were a couple of teams interested in his services, and with his effectiveness this season, he has definitely warranted that interest."

"When we saw Alan for the first time in spring training, we knew he had a unique package with his age and his power arm," Everson continued. "We are thrilled that the Milwaukee Brewers picked up his contract today, and we wish him the best in the future."

A 2008 and 2009 draft pick of the Florida Marlins, Williams played two seasons of college baseball at Meridian Community College in Mississippi. In 2010, he struck out 25 batters in 24.1 innings pitched with a 5.55 ERA. In 2009, he collected 32 strikeouts in 28.1 innings pitched with 8.26 ERA in 20 games. The Rayville, La., native also played outfield, batting .367 with 11 RBIs, 11 hits and 4 homeruns in 2010.

The Wild Things conclude their opening homestand for their tenth season presented by National Gold & Silver Refinery on tonight at 6:35 p.m. at CONSOL Energy Park, when they play the final game of their series against the Windy City ThunderBolts. Pre-game coverage begins at 6:25 p.m. on WJPA 95.3 FM. The game will feature a post-game fireworks display. For tickets, visit www.washingtonwildthings.com, call 724-250-9555 or stop by the CONSOL Energy Park Box Office.

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