Nappo to New Orleans; Logan activated from Disabled List
Published on May 23, 2015 under Southern League (SL1)
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp News Release
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The Miami Marlins announced a pair of transactions that impact their Double-A affiliate Jacksonville Suns roster prior to tonight's game against the Mississippi Braves at 7:05 p.m. at Bragan Field.
Left-handed relief pitcher Greg Nappo has been transferred from Jacksonville to Triple-A New Orleans. Nappo has pitched in 10 games including one start for the Suns this year, going 3-0 with a 2.04 ERA in 17 and two-thirds innings of work.
In a corresponding move, right-handed relief pitcher Blake Logan has been reinstated from Jacksonville's disabled list to the Suns active roster. Logan was placed on the disabled list on May 2 with right elbow inflammation. Logan with the Suns this season had pitched in six games, going 1-0 with a 3.27 ERA in 11 innings.
The Suns roster now stands at 25 active players, and a revised roster is attached.
The Suns and Braves will continue their series Saturday night with a first pitch set for 7:05 p.m. ET from Bragan Field. The Suns will send out right-hander Austin Brice (1-3, 8.09 ERA) while the Braves will counter with righty Jorge Reyes (4-2, 1.73 ERA).
Saturday is the Bragan Field debut of Team Ghost Riders, Bark in the Park, Blood Alliance Blood Drive, Pre-Game Miracle League Game & Saturday Night Shrimp Dinner! You won't want to miss the first of three performances from America's favorite dog riding monkeys and rodeo act, Team Ghost Riders who will perform following the game, courtesy of Underwood's Jewelers, FOX 30 & 96.9 The Eagle! Plus it's Bark in the Park and all dogs get in for just $2.50 and can run the bases after the game! The Blood Alliance Bloodmobile will be on hand and the Suns encourage all fans to donate blood! The first 25 donors receive 2 tickets to the game plus a hot dog and soda voucher! Before the game the Suns will host their annual Miracle League Game on the Field! Check out the hottest rides from your Southern Ford Dealers which will be on hand and it's also the Saturday Night Shrimp Buffet courtesy of Sea Best! Get unlimited Butterfly Breaded Shrimp and sides from 6-8 in the Sundowner Lounge! Also check out the hottest rides from your Southern Ford Dealers!
Suns fans can also listen to Saturday's game on the Suns Baseball Network, 100.3 FM or 600 AM "The Answer" or through www.jaxsuns.com, MiLB.com, or the TuneIn radio app, coverage will start with the Memorial Hospital Suns Pregame Show beginning at 6:50 p.m. ET
The 2015 season of Suns baseball is presented by EverBank, the official banking partner of the Jacksonville Suns. Sponsorships, group outings, and season/individual game tickets are currently available by calling the Suns front office at (904) 358-2846.
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