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Scorpions make final preseason moves

May 25, 2005 - Golden Baseball League (GBL)
Yuma Scorpions News Release


(Yuma, AZ) – The Yuma Scorpions announced tonight that they have reached the 24-man Opening Day Roster limit by releasing pitcher Miguel Tena, and placing starting 3rd Baseman Alex Arias on the 7-day disabled list. Tena was signed by Scorpions' Manager Benny Castillo because Castillo thought Tena was one of the stronger pitchers he saw during the off-season, but Tena struggled during spring training. Tena pitched in two official exhibition games, and gave up 3 earned runs and 5 hits in 4 innings of work, while walking seven and striking out three. "At the start of spring training, Miguel's fastball was clocking in the ‘90's, and his control was strong. But as camp went on, we just didn't see that same velocity or control. It was a tough decision to make, since Miguel's given a great contribution. But once again, it came down to numbers, and we had to let Miguel go."

Meanwhile, putting Arias on the disabled list gives the former World Series champion a chance to rest a slightly pulled hamstring that has bothered him throughout training camp. Arias had been receiving treatment for the injury for the last few days, but Castillo decided it was better to allow Arias to rest the hamstring early in the season to be ready for the long run.

In other news, the team expects to leave Yuma for Mesa tomorrow morning at approximately 8AM from the Ray Kroc Complex. The team opens up their inaugural season tomorrow night at Hohokam Park in Mesa against the Mesa Miners. Game time is 6:35PM. The game will be broadcast live on the flagship station of the Scorpions, KBLU 560AM, starting at 6PM. The game will be streamed through the internet, and the internet broadcast-sponsored by Team Ramco-will be available beginning at 6PM at www.yumascorpions.com. The Scorpions will kick off their home season with the Scorpions' Opening Day Fan Fest on Monday, May 30th, when the Scorpions host the Surprise Fightin' Falcons at a special time of 5:05PM. The gates at Desert Sun Stadium will open at 3, and fans that come early to the Scorpions' Opening Day Fan Fest will be treated to: 1) the ‘Guns N' Hoses' charity softball game pitting Yuma Area Law Enforcement against Yuma Area Fire & Emergency Personnel; 2) live music from the band ‘Mogollon'; 3) a flyover performance by the Black Sheep Squadron. The first 1000 fans through the gates that day will also receive a special Scorpions' Commemorative Ticket of Opening Day, and a free magnet schedule courtesy of Wild West Motorsports. Fans can also purchase the Opening Day Fan Fest Special-which includes a reserved seat ticket, plus a hot dog and a 16-ounce soda-all for only $7-between now and 5:05PM May 30th! There are a limited number of Opening Day Fan Fest Special tickets available, and are subject to sellout. Single-game tickets for all 50 Scorpions' 2005 home games are also on sale at the Scorpions' Offices and at www.yumascorpions.com. Seats are still available for all 50 Scorpions' home games in all three price ranges: $10 box seats, $7 reserved seats, and $5 general admission seats. There are also senior, military, and kids' prices for general admission tickets only. Office hours are from 8:30AM to 5:30PM Monday through Friday. Season tickets-as well as 5, 10, and 20-game mini-plans-remain on sale. Those who are purchasing or have already bought season tickets or mini-plans can still purchase VIP parking passes for the entire season at just $90 per vehicle. VIP parking passes allow the holder to park in specially designated areas close to the front gate at Desert Sun Stadium. The Scorpions' inaugural season officially begins on Thursday, May 26th, as the Scorpions travel to face the Mesa Miners in a four-game set.

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