When we learned Jake Petricka was being recalled again despite not being down in the minors for the requisite 10 days, we knew another pitcher would have to miss some time. Now we know who, and it’s a reminder that these guys are human beings with families, and not just entertainers or baseball-playing machines.
The team announced ahead of tonight’s game that Junior Guerra will be headed to the bereavement list, explaining the Petricka move, and Donnie Hart would be optioned to make room for Adrian Houser, who will make his first MLB start tonight.