In a move that's not front-page news but could make a big difference for the Pikemen, Rockville acquired outfielder Julio Torror from the Hawaii Tropics in exchange for a minor leaguer. Torror is expected to be the primary backup to all three outfield positions, a change from his starting role in Hawaii.
"Sure, it's hard not starting anymore, especially after doing it the last two years," said Torror. "But I understand why Rockville needs me and what I can do for them, and I'm happy to be on a winning team like this one."
Torror hasn't hit for the Pikemen yet, posting just three hits in 17 at bats while getting adjusted to life on the mainland. However, the Pikemen believe he will make a big difference for them against lefthanded pitching.
"We've had issues for a while finding a really good reserve outfielder against lefties, and Torror really fits the bill," said Rockville manager Chet Rouse. "Logan Inions has been very good but we really needed a second guy to platoon with our lefties, and now we finally have one."
Torror is well renowned for his defense, and while he has yet to hit above .248 for a full season, he makes up for it with a solid batting eye. Right now he has two more years of arbitration, so the Pikemen expect him to stay around a while.
Sticking Points 2034.12: Rockville Acquires Backup OF
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Re: Sticking Points 2034.12: Rockville Acquires Backup OF
Solid 4th OF and defensive replacement there.
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Re: Sticking Points 2034.12: Rockville Acquires Backup OF
I'm assuming this deal is what led to me being able to claim Manoell Carolino on waivers?
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Re: Sticking Points 2034.12: Rockville Acquires Backup OF
That's the one. Carolino's a nice backup outfielder too but not quite as good as Torror.usnspecialist wrote:I'm assuming this deal is what led to me being able to claim Manoell Carolino on waivers?
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