Aizenstadt Purchased by Phillies
July 28, 2012 - American Association (AA)
Wichita Wingnuts News Release
WICHITA, KS- Wichita Wingnuts' right-handed pitcher Andrew Aizenstadt has been purchased by the Philadelphia Phillies' organization.
Aizenstadt was 1-0 with a 3.77 ERA for the Wingnuts in 10 relief appearances over 14.1 innings pitched. The true rookie did not allow an earned run in seven of 10 outings, and worked more than one inning on six different occassions. The 6-foot-4, 195-pound Aizenstadt recently finished his college career at Virginia Tech University. The Weymouth, MA native also pitched for three seasons at Babson College.
Aizenstadt is expected to report to the Williamsport Crosscutters in the Short Season-A New York-Penn League.
Aizenstadt joins LHP Nate Robertson and RHP Matt Nevarez as Wingnuts sold to Major League organizations this season.
Wichita continues its series at Laredo tonight. First pitch is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. All the action can be heard locally on Oldies 92.7 KWME and worldwide at www.pressboxproductionsradio.com following the completion of the feature broadcast of the 78th annual NBC World Series.
The Wingnuts return home on Monday, August 13th when they host the El Paso Diablos. Individual tickets can be purchased by calling (316) 755-SEAT, or by visiting www.selectaseat.com
For season tickets, group outings, and party packages, call the Wingnuts' main office at (316) 264-NUTS, or visit the Wingnuts' official website at www.wichitawingnuts.com.
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