Figueroa Named Rays Player of the Month
Current Durham Bull Cole Figueroa spent his entire April in Double-A with the Montgomery Biscuits. The speedy middle infielder put up impressive numbers. In the season opener with the Biscuits on 4/5, Figueroa went 3-for-4 with a double. The following day, he went 2-for-5 with a R, a double, home run and five RBI. Overall the former Florida Gator finished the month with a .314 average, with six doubles, three home runs and 12 RBI. More impressive, was his ability to get on base. Figueroa ended with a .419 on base percentage and a .931 OPS.
Well deserving of the promotion, Figueroa earned a spot on the Durham Roster in early May. Making his debut on 5/3 against the Louisville Bats at the DBAP, Figueroa got off to a quick start, going 1-for-3 with a 2B and a BB. The left handed hitter continues to be a valuable asset for Manager Charlie Montoyo at second base, shortstop and even third base.