IL1 Syracuse Mets

AJ Burnett to start for Syracuse Monday

Published on June 11, 2006 under International League (IL1)
Syracuse Mets News Release


SYRACUSE (NY) - The Syracuse SkyChiefs announced today that Blue Jays right-handed pitcher A.J. Burnett will start for the SkyChiefs Monday versus Columbus on a Major League Rehabilitation Assignment.

Burnett, who signed a five-year, $55 million contract with Toronto during the off-season, is 0-1 with a 6.30 ERA in two starts for the Jays this season. He's been on the DL for 57 of the Blue Jays' 61 games this season.

The 6'4 right-hander pitched for the Florida Marlins from 2000-2005 compiling a record of 49-50 with a 3.73 ERA. He tossed a no-hitter for the Marlins at San Diego on May 12, 2001.

Tickets for Monday's 7:00 PM game are available at the SkyChiefs Box Office, by calling (315) 474-7833 or online at www.skychiefs.com.

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