Wesley Wright

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12+2⁄3 innings pitched. On September 1, the Angels selected Wright's contract, adding him to their active roster. [11] In 9 games for the Angels, he compiled a 3.18 ERA with 5 strikeouts over 5+2⁄3 innings of work.

Boston Red Sox

On December 22, 2015, Wright signed a minor league contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks organization. [12] However, he was released prior to the start of the season on March 28, 2016. [13] On April 12, Wright signed a minor league contract with the Boston Red Sox [14] and was assigned to Triple–A Pawtucket Red Sox, where he appeared in 19 games before being released on July 11. [15]

Texas Rangers

On January 27, 2017, Wright signed a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers. [16] In 30 games out of the bullpen for the Triple–A Round Rock Express, he compiled a 4.88 ERA with 22 strikeouts over 31+1⁄3 innings pitched. Wright was released by the Rangers organization on July 23. [17]

On November 11, 2017, it was announced Wright had decided to retire and take a job as a pro scout with the Minnesota Twins.

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References

  1. ↑ Long, A. Stacy. "Wesley Wright flying with Orioles". The Montgomery Advertiser.
  2. ↑ Callis, Jim; Lingo, Will; Manuel, John (2007). Baseball America Prospect Handbook 2007. Simon and Schuster. p. 253. ISBN   9781932391145.
  3. ↑ Rays Acquire Wesley Wright
  4. ↑ Twitter / RaysBaseball: #Rays have two non-tenders before tonight's deadline: OF Sam Fuld and LHP Wesley Wright. Both players are now free agents.
  5. ↑ Cubs, left-handed pitcher Wesley Wright agree to terms on 2014 contract. MLB.com. Retrieved on December 4, 2013.
  6. ↑ "Orioles Sign Wesley Wright; Matusz and Snider Trade Pending?". thebaltimorewire.com. December 17, 2014. Retrieved August 20, 2024.
  7. ↑ "Orioles Wesley Wright has shoulder pain, could be a candidate". camdenchat.com. April 10, 2015. Retrieved August 20, 2024.
  8. ↑ "Orioles LHP Wesley Wright designated for assignment". ESPN.com. Associated Press. July 15, 2015. Retrieved July 16, 2015.
  9. ↑ "Orioles Release Wesley Wright". mlbtraderumors.com. July 22, 2015. Retrieved August 20, 2024.
  10. ↑ "Angels Sign Wesley Wright To Minor League Deal". mlbtraderumors.com. July 29, 2015. Retrieved August 20, 2024.
  11. ↑ "Angels Designate Alfredo Marte, Drew Rucinski". mlbtraderumors.com. September 2015. Retrieved August 20, 2024.
  12. ↑ "Diamondbacks Sign Wesley Wright". mlbtraderumors.com. January 11, 2016. Retrieved August 20, 2024.
  13. ↑ Todd, Jeff (March 28, 2016). "Diamondbacks Release Sam LeCure, Wesley Wright". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved March 28, 2016.
  14. ↑ Wesley Wright signs minor league deal with Red Sox
  15. ↑ 2016 Boston Red Sox Transactions. SoxProspects.com. Retrieved on July 13, 2016.
  16. ↑ Adams, Steve (January 27, 2017). "Rangers Sign Wesley Wright To Minors Deal, Outright Brady Dragmire". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved January 27, 2017.
  17. ↑ "Minor MLB Transactions: 7/31/17". mlbtraderumors.com. July 31, 2017. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
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Wesley Wright
Wesley Wright pitching for the Texas Rangers in 2017 spring training.jpg
Wright with the Texas Rangers in 2017
Pitcher
Born: (1985-01-28) January 28, 1985 (age 39)
Montgomery, Alabama, U.S.
Batted: Right
Threw: Left
MLB debut
March 31, 2008, for the Houston Astros
Last MLB appearance
October 4, 2015, for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim