After pitching an inning at Durham last night, Toronto has called up pitcher Armando Benitez. But that's the least of Syracuse's worries. Joe Inglett was AGAIN recalled by Toronto. This leaves Syracuse with THREE infielders. Expect Curtis Thigpen to play an infield position for today's game, as he did last night. At its current state, Syracuse is now three players below the 25 man roster maximum.
Inglett was recalled due to outfielder Vernon Wells' injury. He is expected to miss 6-8 weeks with a broken wrist. The injury occurred when diving for a fly ball.
As for Benitez, his contract was purchased to replace Jeremy Accardo, who joins a crowded DL with a strained forearm. Benitez's recall could cut Syracuse's roster even more, as someone has to be designated for assignment to allow for him to be on the 40 man roster. My guess would be that either Jean Machi from Double-A or Syracuse's Tracy Thorpe will be designated.
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