The Orioles planned to travel to Toronto late Thursday night without pitcher Sidney Ponson, whose inability to obtain a work permit in Canada could force him to miss Sunday's scheduled start against the Blue Jays.
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The pitch count for Friday's starter, 21-year old LHP Scott Kazmir, has been increased about 10 pitches to 100-105. Once completely stretched out, Piniella said Kazmir's pitch count will be 110-115.
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The D-backs bullpen has been taxed out of necessity because of injuries. Brian Bruney made his 10th appearance Wednesday, tying him for the most in the majors heading into Thursday's action. Mike Koplove has pitched nine times and closer Brandon Lyon has made eight appearances. ... RHP Jose Valverde, on the DL all season with right biceps tendinitis, could return by the end of the team's next road trip in early May. He will begin working out with the team during its next homestand.
tampa bay...
note:
The pitch count for Friday's starter, 21-year old LHP Scott Kazmir, has been increased about 10 pitches to 100-105. Once completely stretched out, Piniella said Kazmir's pitch count will be 110-115.
ariz note...
The D-backs bullpen has been taxed out of necessity because of injuries. Brian Bruney made his 10th appearance Wednesday, tying him for the most in the majors heading into Thursday's action. Mike Koplove has pitched nine times and closer Brandon Lyon has made eight appearances. ... RHP Jose Valverde, on the DL all season with right biceps tendinitis, could return by the end of the team's next road trip in early May. He will begin working out with the team during its next homestand.
