MWL Lansing Lugnuts

Weisenburger Promoted, Leal Added and Will Start Tonight

Published on June 15, 2021 under Midwest League (MWL)
Lansing Lugnuts News Release


The Lansing Lugnuts announced the following roster changes today, in conjunction with the Oakland Athletics:

- Pitcher Jack Weisenburger is promoted to Double-A Midland

- Pitcher David Leal is received from Low-A Stockton

- Outfielder Lester Madden, Jr. is placed on the Injured List

The 23-year-old Weisenburger, a native of Rockford who was drafted from the University of Michigan in the 20th round in 2019, put himself on the map with a dominating start to the season, earning a promotion. In 13 relief appearances, he notched four saves with a 1.76 ERA, striking out 26 batters while walking four in 15 1/3 innings and holding the league to a .170 batting average. This will be Weisenburger's first trip to the Double-A level.

His spot is filled on the Lugnuts' roster by southpaw Leal, 24, who was drafted in the 38th round in 2019 from Louisiana Tech and was 1-1 with a 3.71 ERA in seven appearances, four starts, for Stockton. Most notably, the Houston native struck out 29 batters while walking only one in 26 2/3 innings.

The Lugnuts (17-19) open a six-game homestand vs. the Great Lakes Loons (18-18) tonight at Jackson® Field™. For more information, visit lansinglugnuts.com or call (517) 485-4500.

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