LHP Buddy Boshers headed to DL

Cedar Rapids, IA - The Cedar Rapids Kernels and Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim announce that LHP Buddy Boshers has been placed on the 7-day disabled list, retroactive to August 19th, with a left shoulder strain. Abe Flores, Director of Player Development for the LA Angels, announced the move on Friday.

Boshers has started six games for the Kernels, with a 3-1 record and 5.97 ERA. In 31.2 IP, he allowed 31 hits and 21 runs (all earned) with seven walks against 27 strikeouts. He last pitched on August 18 in Clinton and picked up the win, but was lifted at the start of the sixth inning.

No corresponding move was made to take Boshers' place on the roster. With today's transactions, the Kernels roster is at 24 active players with five on the disabled list.

The playoff-bound Kernels continue a four game series with the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers tonight at 7:05 pm from Time Warner Cable Field at Fox Cities Stadium in Appleton, WI. John Rodgers brings you the action on the radio home of Kernels baseball, 1450 KMRY AM. Fans may listen on-line at www.kmryradio.com or www.kernels.com.

The Kernels return to Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium on Monday, August 24th and open an eight game home stand with games against Peoria and Clinton. Tickets may be purchased on-line at www.kernels.com, or by calling the Kernels Ticket Office at 896-7560. Ticket office hours are 10 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday, and 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday.