MWL1 Cedar Rapids Kernels

Derrick Penilla joins Kernels from Extended Spring Training

May 7, 2014 - Midwest League (MWL1)
Cedar Rapids Kernels News Release


Cedar Rapids, IA - The Cedar Rapids Kernels and Minnesota Twins announce that LHP Derrick Penilla will join the Kernels from Extended Spring Training. Brad Steil, Director of Minor League Operations for the Twins, announced the move.

The Twins selected Penilla in the 15th round of the 2013 First Year Player Draft out of Mount San Antonio Junior College. He pitched in 14 games (one start) with the GCL Twins last season and posted a 1-2 record, 5.40 ERA and 3 saves. In 13.1 IP, he allowed 19 hits and 11 runs (eight earned) with seven walks and 13 strikeouts.

Penilla is active and available for tonight's 7:00 pm game at Quad Cities. With today's transaction, the Kernels roster is at the MWL maximum of 25, with five players currently on the DL and one player on the Restricted List.

The Kernels continue a six game road trip tonight at 7:00 pm with games at Quad Cities and Wisconsin. They return to Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium on Monday, May 12th and open a four-game, three-day home stand against the Peoria Chiefs.

Morgan Hawk brings you all of the play-by-play on the radio home of Kernels baseball, 1450 KMRY AM and 93.1 KMRY FM. Fans may listen on-line at www.kmryradio.com, or www.kernels.com.

Tickets may be purchased on-line at www.kernels.com, or by calling the Kernels Ticket Office at 896-7560. Ticket office hours are 10 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday, and 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday.

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