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Phillies Release Rodrigo Lopez
The Phillies released pitcher Rodrigo Lopez , according to MLB.com's Todd Zolecki ( via Twitter ). The 34 year-old righty tallied 30 innings, posting a 5.70 ERA and 19 strikeouts against 11 walks.
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Brew Crew Ball — ... himself into the Timber Rattler record books this season by striking out 172 times, most in team history. He also finished in the all-time top ten in games, home runs, RBI, total bases and walks. Kjeldgaard set a Pioneer League record by striking out 113 times for Helena last season. The Brewers dropped two spots to 20th in MLB FanHouse's Power Rankings. Around baseball: Giants: Designated reliever Osiris Matos for assignment. Phillies: Released Rodrigo Lopez. Rockies: Designated Adam Eaton for assignment. ...

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