
Prospect Estes Activated, to Start Today at West Michigan
Published on June 12, 2022 under Midwest League (MWL)
Lansing Lugnuts News Release
The Lansing Lugnuts announced the following roster changes, in conjunction with the Oakland Athletics:
- Pitcher Joey Estes activated from the Injured List
- Infielder Alex Campos transferred to Arizona Complex League A's
Estes, 20, was acquired by the Athletics in a four-player package for All-Star first baseman Matt Olson in March. Rated the No. 15 prospect and No. 5 pitching prospect in the A's system by MLB Pipeline, Estes has made seven starts for the Lugnuts this year, recording 40 strikeouts compared to 11 walks in 34 2/3 innings. He last pitched on May 21 at Great Lakes, striking out seven Loons while allowing one run in 5 1/3 innings.
Joey Estes will start today for the Lugnuts (21-35) at 2 p.m. in the finale of a six-game series against the West Michigan Whitecaps (26-30) at LMCU Ballpark. The Nuts return home on Tuesday, June 14, to begin a 12-game, 13-day homestand against Fort Wayne and Beloit. For more information, visit lansinglugnuts.com or call (517) 485-4500.
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