Where Did Mike Rabelo Go?

by Ian Casselberry on Jul 16, 2007 12:16 PM EDT in Detroit Tigers News

Just in case you were wondering why Mike Rabelo left yesterday's game in the sixth inning, requiring Pudge Rodriguez to catch the last three innings on a planned day off, Tom Gage has the story on his blog:

His exit wasn't caused by another cramp, as might have been reported during the game. He felt pain in his left calf and was favoring the leg as he walked to the team bus after the game - he'll get treatment on the off day, but he sounded concerned. He also sounded frustrated because he feels it's his job to make sure Pudge gets a day off and the last two times Rabelo has started, he's had to come out early (a cramp and now this).

At the time, I was wondering if Rabelo had a wrist injury of some sort, as his hands were wrapped up almost like a burn victim's while he was in the game. I don't recall if he's always been out there with his wrists and hands heavily taped and wrapped. Maybe that's just how he rolls.

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hope he's ok

He's filled his role well. Still, and I know this is silly and could possibly result in an injury, part of me really wants to see Inge catch just one inning this season.

by Ben @ Bless You Boys on Jul 16, 2007 12:46 PM EDT reply actions