Haeger Heads Back To Charlotte

Charlie Haeger was torched last night for 6 runs in 4.1 innings of work. He looked okay at times, and the Angels only had one hard hit ball against him. His problems were due to the base on balls. Chuckmeister Junior just could not seem to throw strikes, which happens sometimes when you throw a knuckleball. I would like to see him get another start, but...

Internet rumor says Haeger has been demoted and replaced by right-hander Sean Tracey. Futuresox.com had this to say about Tracy, "Tracey, 25, was drafted by the White Sox in the 8th round of UCI. In 10 games (4 starts), Tracey has went 3-0 with a 2.25 ERA. In 30.2 innings of work, Tracey has limited opponents to 15 hits while striking out 31 batters (22 walks)." The troublesome thing about this is the 22 walks in 30.2 innings. Haeger has a high AAA walk total as well, but that is more acceptable when you throw a knuckleball. Hopefully, Tracey is not going to pitch too much, and Brandon McCarthy will replace Haeger in the rotation. He threw 4 innings last night allowing 2 earned runs on 1 walk and 2 hits while striking out 3. McCarthy has earned it.