17 former Kernels make Angels' roster
Angels General Manager, Tony Reagins, made the announcement today (March 30) after the team completed it's Spring Training schedule with a 5-1 win over the LA Dodgers on Tuesday.
The former Kernels are: pitchers Kevin Jepsen, Mike Kohn, Ervin Santana, Rich Thompson and Jordan Walden; catchers Hank Conger, Jeff Mathis and Bobby Wilson; infielders Erick Aybar, Alberto Callaspo, Howie Kendrick, Mark Trumbo and Brandon Wood; and outfielders Peter Bourjos and Chris Pettit.
Two former Kernels, RHP Bobby Cassevah and INF Freddy Sandoval, will begin the 2011 season on the 15-day disabled list.
The 2011 Cedar Rapids Kernels will break minor league Spring Training on Monday, April 4th and will arrive in Cedar Rapids later that day.
The annual 'Meet the Kernels Night' is scheduled for Tuesday, April 5th starting at 5:00 pm. The event is FREE to the public, as food and beverage will be available for purchase. The 2011 Kernels will mingle with the fans from 5:15 until 7:00 pm, followed by a short program at 7:15 to introduce the team and a workout under the lights starting at 7:30 pm. The event will be held rain or shine.
The Kernels open the 2011 MWL season on the road at Peoria on Thursday, April 7th and kick off the 2011 home season on Monday, April 11th vs. Wisconsin. Tickets are available by calling the Kernels Ticket Office at (319) 896-7560 from 10 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday and from 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday, or order tickets on-line at www.kernels.com.