New Tourists Pitcher Peter Tago to Start Friday Night
Published on May 19, 2011 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Asheville Tourists News Release
Righthanded pitcher Peter Tago has been assigned to the Asheville Tourists and will make his professional debut in a start against the Lexington Legends at McCormick Field on Friday, May 20, beginning at 7:05 p.m.
Tago, who will be activated on Friday after starting the season in extended spring training, was the Colorado Rockies' supplemental first-round draft pick in 2010. The 47th overall selection last June, Tago signed with the Rockies at the deadline last August instead of accepting a scholarship to attend Cal State Fullerton.
Tago and the Tourists open a four-game series against Lexington on Friday night at McCormick Field. For more information about tickets, the clinic or the luncheon, contact the Tourists' front office at (828) 258-0428.
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