Rangers call up former Padres, Braves 4.35 ERA right-hander
TL;DR
The Texas Rangers have called up right-hander Cal Quantrill to replace injured relievers Chris Martin and Luis Curvelo. Quantrill, a former pitcher for the Padres and Braves, is expected to contribute from the bullpen.
Key points
- Texas Rangers called up Cal Quantrill
- Chris Martin and Luis Curvelo placed on injured list
- Cal Quantrill has a 4.35 career ERA
- Formerly played for Padres and Braves
- Expected to contribute from the bullpen
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The Texas Rangers are making a change to their pitching staff.
Relievers Chris Martin and Luis Curvelo were placed on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday, and right-hander Gavin Collyer was promoted to take one of the two spots.
The other spot went to a seven-year Major League veteran who spent time with the Miami Marlins and Atlanta Braves last season. He's a starting pitcher who will likely make appearances out of the bullpen.
According to a report from Kennedi Landry of MLB.com, the Rangers have called up one of Canada's starters at the World Baseball Classic, 31-year-old Cal Quantrill.
Quantrill had made three starts at Triple-A Round Rock after signing a minor league contract with the AL West club last September. Opponents hit just .212 against him, but he allowed eight earned runs in 14 innings.
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Originally selected by the New York Yankees in the 26th round in 2013, Quantrill turned down the opportunity and played college baseball at Stanford University. The San Diego Padres took him eighth overall in 2016, and he made his debut in 2019.
Quantrill owns a 4.35 ERA while averaging 6.7 strikeouts per nine innings in 187 career outings, including 149 starts.
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Q&A
Who is Cal Quantrill and what teams has he played for?
Cal Quantrill is a 31-year-old right-handed pitcher who has played for the Miami Marlins, Atlanta Braves, and was a starter for Canada in the World Baseball Classic.
Why did the Texas Rangers call up Cal Quantrill?
The Rangers called up Cal Quantrill to fill one of the spots vacated by relievers Chris Martin and Luis Curvelo, who were placed on the injured list.
What is Cal Quantrill's career ERA and role with the Rangers?
Cal Quantrill has a career ERA of 4.35 and is expected to make appearances out of the bullpen for the Rangers.
