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| The Chicago White Sox have released veteran pitcher Esteban Loaiza after he completed his rehab assignment in Double-A, according to MLB.com. "He didn't get it done," said Chicago manager Ozzie Guillen. |
Our View: Loaiza was 1-2 with a 5.33 ERA, and even if he does get picked up, he has no use on fantasy teams.
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| Esteban Loaiza will start Thursday night for Double-A Birmingham in a rehab assignment, according to the Chicago Tribune. Loaiza is recovering from weakness in his right shoulder that is compromising his velocity. |
Our View: Loaiza should continue to be ignored, as he will likely serve as nothing more than a long reliever when he returns to the Sox.
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| Esteban Loaiza has been recalled from his rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte, according to the AP. The 36-year-old vet landed on the DL on June 13 due to right shoulder inflammation.
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Our View: Loaiza isn't worth adding to your roster, as he will fight for innings as a middle-reliever, and allowed 16 earned runs over 27 innings of action this season.
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| Esteban Loaiza has changed his throwing program as he tries to increase his velocity, according to the Chicago Tribune. He's on the DL with right shoulder inflammation. |
Our View: Loaiza is unlikely to join the rotation at any point this season even if he does regain his velocity, rendering him pretty useless in fantasy.
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| Rather than release him, the White Sox decided to place Esteban Loaiza on the 15-day DL with right shoulder inflammation, according to the Sports Network. As expected, hurler Adam Russell has been recalled from Triple-A Charlotte to take his spot on the roster. |
Our View: The move is retroactive to June 12. Loaiza needs some time to get back into shape and work on his fastball, but the club still thinks he can help them for the stretch run this season. Russell was 3-0 with a 1.74 ERA in 31 innings at Charlotte, and will work out of the bullpen.
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| MLB.com is reporting that Esteban Loaiza is expected to be released by the White Sox today. Hurler Adam Russell is going to be called up from Triple-A Charlotte, and Loaiza is said to be cut to clear a roster spot. |
Our View: Russell was 3-0 with a 1.74 ERA at Charlotte this season, and will likely be brought in to replace Loaiza in the bullpen. Loaiza only allowed one earned run over three outings for Chicago, but his velocity only reached the low 80's.
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| The White Sox are disappointed to learn that Esteban Loaiza was not working out or throwing before they signed him to a free agent contract, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. Pitching coach Don Cooper said, "We weren't expecting to see what we saw here in 2003 from him, but we need to see more than what he's showing. He's pitching fine because he really knows how to pitch, but we're hoping for more and we're trying to get more. We have a schedule laid out for him. We're trying to put him on a rehab assignment in the major leagues. The jury is still out, and we would like to see more out of his fastball."
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Our View: His velocity hung between 78 and 82 mph during his outing on Wednesday. Loaiza has pitched in three games for Chicago, and allowed only one earned run, but all three have been mop-up situations.
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| Esteban Loaiza will likely be released in order to create a spot on the roster for Adam Russel who has been recalled from Triple-A, according to MLB.com. |
Our View: Russell figures to work in long relief while Loaiza will try, once again, to rekindle a sagging career.
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| Esteban Loaiza is going to be used as a reliever as well as an emergency starter, according to the Daily Herald. Manager Ozzie Guillen said, "My concern was the bullpen, the way we were using it. We've got to protect our pitchers the best we can. Loaiza can do both. He's going to be the long man and an emergency starter. That's the way we're going to start with him."
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Our View: The team also likes the option to use Nick Masset at the back of their bullpen on days when Scott Linebrink and Octavio Dotel may not be available. Loaiza could help Chicago, but will hold little to no fantasy value.
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| The Chicago White Sox announced the addition of free-agent right-handed pitcher Esteban Loaiza to their bullpen on Wednesday, this according to the team website. The veteran signed a one-year contract through the 2008 season. |
Our View: The team optioned right-handed pitcher Ehren Wassermann to Triple-A Charlotte. At this point Loaiza has no fantasy value. His switch from the NL to the AL doesn't favor his already huge 5.63 ERA.
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| Esteban Loaiza was activated from the DL and then designated for assignment to make room for phenom Clayton Kershaw, according to MLB.com. |
Our View: This basically ends Loaiza's association with the club, though they still will be responsible for the rest of his $6.5 million contract this year (minus the prorated minimum his new team will pay) as well as either a $375,000 buyout or a $7.5 million salary next year, a pretty hefty price to pay for two wins in a Dodgers uniform.
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| Esteban Loaiza still felt tightness in his right shoulder during his rehab start with Class-A Inland Empire on Monday, according to the LA Times. |
Our View: Trainer Stan Conte noted that Loaiza would likely make another rehab start before being activated from the DL.
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| Dodgers RHP Esteban Loaiza will be place on the 15-day disabled list on Friday, according to LA Daily News. |
Our View: The team reports Loaiza is experiencing tightness and spasms in his throwing shoulder, problems believed to be a primary cause for Loaiza's inability to maintain and hold a six-run lead in Colorado on Saturday. The move to the DL will be retroactive to Sunday and is believed to all but guarantee a spot in the starting rotation for Chan Ho Park, coming off three perfect innings of work today.
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| Manager Joe Torre stated that Esteban Loaiza is going to start on Sunday, according to the LA Times. Torre also stated that Hong-Chih Kuo will be returning to the bullpen. |
Our View: Loaiza holds a 1.02 WHIP over 16.2 innings, with eight strikeouts and only three walks this season. He is worth a look if you really need some depth to your roster right now.
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| Dodger manager Joe Torre has decided to push RHP Esteban Loaiza out of the starting rotation and into the bullpen, giving Loaiza’s next scheduled start (Tuesday vs. Pittsburgh) to LHP Hong-Chih Kuo, according to the Los Angeles Times. Kuo hasn’t surrendered a single run in 6 2/3 innings of relief thus far and Torre appears excited to get a lefty into the mix. “It’s nice to have a lefty in the starting rotation,” said Torre. “What I saw from him the other day, he threw a lot of strikes. Looked very determined. [I’m] just curious to see if that’s going to work as a starter.” |
Our View: That sounds like an experimental move that could bring Loaiza back to the starting lineup at some point, but the strike to Loaiza’s ego may be a bit concerning. The LA Times report indicates Loaiza was clearly disappointed and told reporters he had not been informed of the decision or given reason for the change.
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| Esteban Loaiza surrendered four runs in only four innings of work against Arizona on Monday, but Joe Torre stated that he will remain the fifth starter in the rotation, according to the LA Daily News. He is off to an 0-2 start, with a 6.75 ERA, and although his job is safe for now, he could always get the hook if he doesn't start to perform better. |
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| As expected, Esteban Loaiza has been named the Dodgers' No. 5 starter, according to the LA Times. Loaiza will keep the spot warm for Jason Schmidt, who is coming back from shoulder surgery. It could be a while before Schmidt is ready, and until then Loaiza is a decent NL-only play. |
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| Esteban Loaiza is making a case for the Dodgers No. 5 slot in the Los Angeles rotation.
The 36-year old veteran outpitching Daisuke Matsuzaka working three innings, allowing two hits and two walks in a victory over the Red Sox. He struck out four of his 13 batters, including David Ortiz, Manny Ramirez and Mike Lowell.
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| The Los Angeles Daily News reports that "Assuming no one gets hurt before Opening Day..."Brad Penny, Derek Lowe, newly signed Japanese import Horoki Kuroda and Chad Billingsley are in the starting rotation, as is Jason Schmidt if he completes his rehabilitation from major shoulder surgery in June."
If Schmidt can't get his inning count up before April's Opening Day, however, veteran Esteban Loaiza will be the team's fifth starter when needed. |
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| Esteban Loaiza was hammered in his second start for the Dodgers, allowing six runs and 10 baserunners over 3 1/3 innings Tuesday. Loaiza didn't show much in his first LA start, either, albeit he lucked into a win as the Dodgers piled up 11 runs that day. Even in deep leagues, it's best to steer clear of this retread. |
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| Newly-acquired starter Esteban Loaiza earned a win in his first start with the Dodgers Monday, allowing three runs and nine hits in seven innings of work.
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Our View: Loiaza is in line for another start this week Saturday at San Francisco
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| The Dodgers have claimed Esteban Loaiza off waivers from the A's, according to the AP. The team will assume the $1.08 million Loaiza is owed for the rest of this season, as well as his $7 million salary for 2008. "At this time of the year, we're looking for any way to improve the team and Esteban is a talented veteran who we hope can contribute down the stretch and next season," GM Ned Colletti said. "He has a history of winning games and right now that's what's most important to our team." Loaiza has been sharp since returning from the DL, holding a 1.84 ERA and 0.95 WHIP in two starts. It's unclear when he'll make his first start for the Dodgers. |
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| Esteban Loaiza, who was activated from the DL today to start against the Blue Jays, will not be on a pitch count, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. Loaiza threw more than 100 pitches twice while on his rehab assignment. It would be wise not to expect much fantasy value from Loaiza the rest of the way. |
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| The A's will activate Esteban Loaiza to start Wednesday at Toronto, the AP reports. He's missed the entire season thus far, coming off knee surgery and a few other physical issues. Loaiza pitched in his final rehab outing Saturday at Triple-A Sacramento, going six innings and more than 100 pitches. We'll need to see a positive outing or two with the Athletics before we stake anything on him. |
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| Esteban Loaiza, who has been rehabbing from minor knee surgery, will make what should be his final rehab start for Triple-A Sacramento on Friday, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. Barring any setbacks, he should rejoin the A's rotation next week. |
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| Esteban Loaiza looked good Saturday in what might have been his final rehab start. He allowed three runs and no walks over six innings, while tossing 97 pitches. The A's might activate him from the disabled list to start Friday in place of rookie Dallas Braden. |
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| Esteban Loaiza is slated to make another rehab start on Saturday, according to the AP. He's recovering from a neck injury and knee surgery. It's possible that Saturday's outing could be his last before coming off the disabled list. |
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| Esteban Loaiza worked his third rehab game on Wednesday, but he's not quite ready to come off the disabled list. Loaiza allowed three hits and a walk over 4 2/3 innings for Triple-A Sacramento. "He did OK," Manager Bob Geren told the AP. "He still has to build up his velocity and his pitch count." He'll make at least one more rehab start on Monday before returning from his neck and knee injuries. |
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| Esteban Loaiza, recovering from neck and knee injuries, will make a rehab start for Triple-A tonight, and his next step after that is uncertain, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. He could rejoin the A's to start against Texas on Monday, or the team may decide to let him make another rehab start. "I want to pitch on Monday at Texas, but I was told there were other plans," Loaiza said. "First, they told me to hurry up, then they told me to take it slowly. It's supposed to be the way I feel, but I guess now they have a program for me." |
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| Esteban Loaiza is moving forward in his rehabilitation from injuries to his neck and knee, the AP reports. Loaiza threw on Friday and could see game action as soon as Wednesday. Manager Bob Geren said Loaiza will either throw another simulated game in Oakland on Tuesday, or will go on a rehab start with Triple-A Sacramento on Wednesday. Loaiza has yet to pitch for the Athletics this season. |
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| Esteban Loaiza, recovering from knee surgery, is headed to the A's spring training home in Phoenix to throw a simulated game on Monday, according to the AP. Manager Bob Geren said Loaiza could be ready for a rehab assignment by July 31. |
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| Esteban Loaiza has been throwing off a mound every other day recently. He currently is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment July 30 or 31, according to the Contra Costa Times. It's been six week since he had a torn meniscus in his knee repaired. Barring a setback, he could return from the DL early next month. |
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| Esteban Loaiza played catch for the first time in a month Tuesday, the AP reports. He's coming back from knee surgery, and he's also had neck and back problems this year. |
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| Esteban Loaiza was initially planning to avoid surgery on his troublesome right knee, but he's now decided to go ahead and get the surgery over with. "If I have surgery I'll be out four to six weeks, and have half the season left," Loaiza said in the Mercury News. "I want to get it over and done with. My body feels fine except for my right knee." Loaiza was originally on the disabled list with back spasms and a bulged disc in his neck. |
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| An MRI revealed that Esteban Loaiza has a tear in the meniscus of his right knee. However, it appears that he's had the injury for a while and simply aggravated it, according to the Contra Costa Times. As a result, Loaiza plans to keep pitching through the knee injury, while working his way back from a bulging disc in his neck. With dual injuries, it's unlikely that we'll see him back in game action until at least sometime in June. |
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| Esteban Loaiza, on the disabled list with a bulging disk in his neck, will get an MRI exam on his right knee today, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. He said he felt something pop on the inside part of the knee while pitching in an extended-spring game Monday, although he said he felt better on Wednesday. |
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| Esteban Loaiza complained of knee soreness during his Monday throwing session, the AP reports. Loaiza, coming back from a bulging disk in his neck, may have his schedule pushed back as a result. |
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| Esteban Loaiza had a bullpen session Saturday and is expected to begin a rehab assignment next week, according to the Athletics official site. He's coming back from a bulging disk in his neck. Loaiza will likely get four or five rehab starts before coming off the disabled list. |
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| Esteban Loaiza, out with a bulging disk in his neck, is scheduled to make his first rehab start on Monday, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. He's expected to pitch two innings. Manager Bob Geren Geren that Loaiza is on track to come off the 60-day disabled list when he is eligible at the end of May. |
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| Esteban Loaiza tested his back injury by throwing on flat ground yesterday, according to the Contra Costa Times. He reported no problems and is slated to toss a full bullpen session tomorrow. However, he clearly won't return to action quickly, as the A's moved him from the 15- to the 60-day disabled list, meaning he likely won't return to action until sometime in June. |
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| Esteban Loaiza is still close to a month from pitching in a major league game, the AP reports. He's coming back from a bulging disc in his neck. Loaiza played long toss Saturday and Sunday from 150 feet and has a scheduled off day Monday along with his teammates. Next Sunday is his first scheduled session off a mound and he is slated for simulated games May 14 and 18. |
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| A's manager Bob Geren said he doesn't expect Esteban Loaiza to return to action for another 2-4 weeks, according to the AP. Loaiza, who is recovering from a bulging disc in his neck, felt well throwing from about 120 feet on Wednesday. |
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| Esteban Loaiza finally was cleared to start a throwing program Wednesday, the Athletics official site reports. There remains no timetable for his return to the rotation, and one team source said Loaiza probably will need at least a month to get his arm back into game shape. He's coming back from a bulging disc in his neck. |
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| Esteban Loaiza visited with team doctors on Tuesday, the San Francisco Chronicle reports. Loaiza, who is dealing with a bulging disc in his neck, will be cleared to begin a throwing program when he is pain-free. |
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| Esteban Loaiza is aiming to resume throwing on Tuesday, according to the Contra Costa Times. He's out with a bulging disc in his neck and won't travel with the A's on their five-game road trip. |
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| Although Esteban Loaiza said his injured neck is improving, he won't resume baseball activities until sometime after he's examined again on Tuesday, according to the Contra Costa Times. "It's getting better slowly," said Loaiza, whose treatment includes the use of anti-inflammatory medication. "It feels good when I take them, but then it goes away once they wear off. I don't want to get too used to taking pills." |
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| Esteban Loaiza remains out with a slightly bulging disk in his neck and he said he doesn't expect to throw for three to six weeks, the San Francisco Chronicle reports. "I'm trying to make it three weeks," he said. |
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| Esteban Loaiza has a bulged disk in his neck that will delay his season debut by at least a week, according to the AP. A's assistant GM David Forst said an MRI taken in Oakland, CA, on Tuesday showed the inflamed disk was the cause of the spasms that Loaiza was having in his right trapezius muscle. "It's not herniated. Not surgical. It's something that can be treated," Forst said before Tuesday's game against Seattle. |
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| Esteban Loaiza hopes to start for Triple-A Sacramento on Thursday, then return to the Oakland rotation April 10 against the White Sox, according to the Athletics official site. Loaiza is experiencing spasms around his right shoulder blade. "There's still some tightness and soreness, but it feels better," Loaiza said before Sunday's game. "I'd rather miss one or two starts instead of trying to go out and pitch [through it] and risk missing 30 starts. It's better to just take care of it now."
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| The A's placed Esteban Loaiza on the DL Sunday due to back spasms, according to the AP. He'll be eligible to return on April 9. Either Chad Gaudin or Lenny DiNardo will take Loazia's spot in the rotation. |
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| Esteban Loaiza was scratched from his scheduled start on Saturday with tightness in his shoulder and may be forced to open the year on the disabled list, according to the AP. However, Loaiza is still aiming to make his first start of the year on Thursday. "If all goes well, I'll throw a bullpen Monday and Tuesday and go from there," Loaiza said. |
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| Esteban Loaiza, who was scratched from his scheduled start Thursday due to tightness in his shoulder and neck, will pitch against the Giants on Saturday, the AP reports. If all goes well, Loaiza would make his regular-season debut Thursday against the Angels. "First of all, we think he's OK," manager Bob Geren said. "If not, we have a couple different options." |
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| Esteban Loaiza missed Thursday's start due to tightness in his right trapezius muscle, the same injury that forced him out of a Cactus League appearance March 9, the Contra Costa Times reports. He'll be re-evaluated Friday. |
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| Esteban Loaiza felt tightness again in his shoulder during Saturday's outing, according to the Contra Costa Times. However, he was able to continue to pitch through it, and he plans to make his next start Thursday. "I was fine throwing long toss on flat ground (Friday)," Loaiza said. "This morning I woke up, and it was just one of those days. I'll be fine for my next outing." |
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| Esteban Loaiza played catch yesterday and should work a simulated game on Wednesday, according to the Contra Costa Times. Loaiza was pulled from Friday's game with a stiff shoulder. |
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| Esteban Loaiza was lifted in the middle of the fourth inning on Friday because of tightness in his right shoulder, according to the AP. A's manager Bob Geren said he made the move as a precaution and didn't know yet if Loaiza would need any extra time off before his next scheduled appearance in a minor league game next Wednesday. "I didn't feel too good," Loaiza said. "I was never able to get loose. I just came out to make sure I stay healthy." |
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