The Book on Rafael Rodriguez
Prospect Info
Rafael Rodriguez
Born 9/24/1984
RHP, ARZ
A flameout as a starter due to recurring elbow issues, R-Rod has ascended to top reliever status in the Angels' minor league system. The strikeout artist should open the season in the bullpen for the club's AAA franchise in Salt Lake, and will probably end it as their closer. He's one of a half-dozen arms vying to be the long-term answer to Francisco Rodriguez's departure, and one of the most interesting from a risk/reward standpoint.
Player Updates and Notes
Rafael Rodriguez has been traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks as part of a multi-player package for pitcher Dan Haren.
7/25/2010 by DataBoy
