In a surprising move, Jared Locke was released by the Phillies just a couple days short of the end of spring training. I spoke with Locke this afternoon and he will be returning to Traverse City this summer. Locke had a 3.42 ERA in 21 appearances out of the bullpen in 2007, throwing 23.2 innings with 17 walks and 25 strikeouts. He held opponents to a .218 average.
It is exciting to have Jared back in our bullpen, but unfortunate that the Phillies didn't give him more of an opportunity. He is still just 23 years old and I suspect he will get another opportunity to come into spring training with a different team next season.
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Wow the Phillies loss is another teams future gain. Not that im not glad Locke is back in TC, I just dont think he will be here for very long. I think in the past two seasons his arm is the best ive seen in a TC uniform. Hopefully he can get into a few games for the Bums before he moves to his next pro team because hes a joy to watch pitch.
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