SL1 Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp

Sanchez claimed off waivers by Tampa Bay

Published on June 13, 2014 under Southern League (SL1)
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp News Release


JACKSON, Tenn. - The Miami Marlins announced a transaction that impacts their Double-A affiliate Jacksonville Suns roster prior to tonight's games against the Jackson Generals at The Ballpark at Jackson scheduled for 6:05 p.m. ET.

Right-handed starting pitcher Angel Sanchez has been claimed off waivers by the Tampa Bay Rays organization. Sanchez, who was on Miami's 40-man roster, was 0-8 with a 6.88 ERA in 12 starts for the Suns this season. The Suns were 2-10 during his 12 starts on the mound, as the right-hander was in his first season pitching at the Double-A level.

The Suns roster now stands at 23 active players and a revised roster is attached.

Tonight the Suns and Generals play a double-header at The Ballpark at Jackson, with first pitch of game one scheduled for 6:05 p.m. ET.

Suns fans can listen to Friday's games on the Suns Baseball Network, 94.1 WSOS-FM or throughwww.jaxsuns.com, MiLB.com or the Suns iPhone or Android app, beginning at 7:50 p.m. ET with the Memorial Hospital Suns Pregame Show.

The 2014 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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