EL1 New Hampshire Fisher Cats

A.J. Burnett rehab in New Hampshire

Published on June 11, 2006 under Eastern League (EL1)
New Hampshire Fisher Cats News Release


Manchester, NH- Toronto Blue Jays pitcher A.J. Burnett is scheduled to make a rehab appearance with the New Hampshire Fisher Cats on Saturday, June 17 against the Portland Sea Dogs (Red Sox).

The 29-year-old Burnett is making his way back from an elbow injury. He has only made two starts with Toronto this season, going 0-1 with a 6.30 ERA in those two starts. He joined the Blue Jays organization as a free agent this past offseason, signing a five year, $55 million deal with Toronto. Prior to joining the Blue Jays, he spent seven seasons with the Florida Marlins, winning 12 games on two occasions (2002, 2005). He has battled elbow problems in the past, including an elbow reconstruction in 2003.

Burnett will become the second player to appear with the Fisher Cats on a rehab assignment. The first was catcher Gregg Zaun last May.

The Fisher Cats return home to Merchantsauto.com Stadium for a four game weekend series against the Sea Dogs beginning on Friday, June 16 at 6:35 PM. Saturday, June 17 the teams will play a doubleheader beginning at 5:05 PM and they will wrap up the series Sunday afternoon at 1:05 PM. For tickets or information call (603) 641-2005 or visit nhfishercats.com.

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