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8 Cedar Rapids Kernels Alumni make MLB debut, 35 total MLB active players in 2012
There were eight Cedar Rapids Kernels alumni who made their MLB debut in 2012. Barret Browning, David Carpenter, Patrick Corbin, Miguel Gonzalez, Jean Segura, Tyler Skaggs, Will Smith and Andrew Taylor were among the 35 Kernels alumni who played in a MLB game in 2012. The number is down slightly from the 39 former alumni who played in a MLB game in 2011.
2012 was the fifth time there has been three Cedar Rapids professional baseball alumni players selected to the same All-Star game (2012, 2007, 1991, 1984 and 1966). Mike Napoli (2001-02), Mike trout (2009-10) and Mark Trumbo (2006-07) each made their first all-star teams. We have never had more than three appear in the same season.Here is the link to our full all-star selection list.
Here is the complete list of our alumni appearing in a MLB game with the teams they played for and the year designating the season they were in Cedar Rapids.
Alexi Amarista (2008-09) Angels & Padres
Erick Aybar (2003) Angels
Peter Bourjos (2007) Angels
Barret Browning (2007) Cardinals
Alberto Callaspo (2003) Angels
David Carpenter (2010) Angels
Bobby Cassevah (2007) Angels
Alexi Casilla (2004-05) Twins
Tyler Chatwood (2009) Rockies
Hank Conger (2007) Angels
Patrick Corbin (2010) Diamondbacks
Miguel Gonzalez (2005) Orioles
David Herndon (2007) Phillies
Kevin Jepsen (2003) Angels
Howard Kendrick (2004) Angels
Casey Kotchman (2002) Indians
Jeff Mathis (2002) Blue Jays
Mike Napoli (2001-02) Rangers
Darren O’Day (2006) Orioles
Joel Peralta (2001-02) Rays
Garrett Richards (2010) Angels
Fernando Rodriguez (2005) Astros
Sean Rodriguez (2004-05) Rays
Andrew Romine (2008) Angels
Ervin Santana (2002) Angels
Joe Saunders (2002) Diamondbacks & Orioles
Jean Segura (2010) Angels & Brewers
Tyler Skaggs (2010) Diamondbacks
Will Smith (2009) Royals
Andrew Taylor (2009) Angels
Rich Thompson (2003) Angels & Athletics
Mike Trout (2009-10) Angels
Mark Trumbo (2006-07) Angels
Jordan Walden (2008) Angels
Bobby Wilson (2004) Angels
This date in Kernels history – August 28, 2009 – Tyler Chatwood
On August 28, 2009, Tyler Chatwood allowed three runs in six innings of work as the Cedar Rapids Kernels defeated the Peoria Chiefs 8-3. Chatwood struck out five while walking two and allowing four hits to earn the victory.
Tyler Chatwood posted an 8-7 record with a 4.02 ERA in 24 starts for the 2009 Cedar Rapids Kernels. Chatwood struck out 106 batters in 116 1/3 innings of work and was selected to the mid-season Midwest League All-Star squad. Cedar Rapids finished the season with a 78-60 record under manager Bill Mosiello. The Kernels topped Peoria in the first round of the Midwest League Playoffs before falling to Burlington in the semifinals.
Tyler Chatwood made his MLB debut on April 11, 2011 versus the Cleveland Indians. Chatwood went 6-11 with a 4.75 ERA starting 25 games in his rookie season this year. He struck out 74 batters in 142 innings of work. On November 30, 2011, the Colorado Rockies traded Chris Iannetta to the Los Angeles Angels to acquire Chatwood. Chatwood has posted a 3-3 record with a one save and a 4.98 E.R.A. in 12 appearances with the Rockies in 2012. He has struck out 20 in 34 1/3 innings of work. Chatwood has a career record of 9-14 with a 4.80 E.R.A. in two seasons playing for the Angels and Rockies.
This is my 8th season (2005-present) working as the stadium operations guy here with the Cedar Rapids Kernels. I will be reminiscing the best performances by the Kernels during my tenure to add to my This Date in Kernels Alumni History features this year.
This date in Kernels history – August 11, 2009 – Tyler Chatwood
On August 11, 2009, Tyler Chatwood worked 6 shutout innings as the Cedar Rapids Kernels defeated the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers 3-2. Chatwood struck out six while walking two and allowing two hits to earn the victory.
Tyler Chatwood posted an 8-7 record with a 4.02 ERA in 24 starts for the 2009 Cedar Rapids Kernels. Chatwood struck out 106 batters in 116 1/3 innings of work and was selected to the mid-season Midwest League All-Star squad. Cedar Rapids finished the season with a 78-60 record under manager Bill Mosiello. The Kernels topped Peoria in the first round of the Midwest League Playoffs before falling to Burlington in the semifinals.
Tyler Chatwood made his MLB debut on April 11, 2011 versus the Cleveland Indians. Chatwood went 6-11 with a 4.75 ERA starting 25 games in his rookie season this year. He struck out 74 batters in 142 innings of work. On November 30, 2011, the Colorado Rockies traded Chris Iannetta to the Los Angeles Angels to acquire Chatwood. Chatwood picked up the win in the Rockies 3-0 win over the San Francisco Giants last night to improve to 2-2 with one save this the season. He has struck out 11 and posted a 5.04 E.R.A. in 21 1/3 innings of work appearing in 9 games in 2012. Chatwood has a career record of 8-13 with a 4.79 E.R.A. in two seasons playing for the Angels and Rockies.
This is my 8th season (2005-present) working as the stadium operations guy here with the Cedar Rapids Kernels. I will be reminiscing the best performances by the Kernels during my tenure to add to my This Date in Kernels Alumni History features this year.
27 Kernels Alumni have played a MLB game in 2012. Here is where they were drafted.
27 former Kernels have played in a major league baseball game thus far in 2012. In the spirit of the MLB draft continuing into day two, here is that list of our alumni and which round they were selected in the draft. Several of these players were signed as international free agents and were not subject to the amateur draft.
Bobby Wilson (2004) is the lowest drafted player currently active in Major League baseball to my knowledge. Wilson was selected with the Angels 48th round pick, 1,417 pick overall, of the 2002 MLB Draft.
Darren O’Day (2006) was actually passed over in the draft and the Angels signed him as an undrafted free agent. The sidearm reliever has had a great start to the 2012 season with a 3-0 record with a 1.71 E.R.A. and 0.80 W.H.I.P. out of the Orioles bullpen.
Here is the full list of our Alumni who have played in a MLB game this season as of June 5, 2012. Each was selected by the Angels in the MLB draft. the team name designates their current squad for the 2012 season.
Casey Kotchman (Indians) – 1st round 2001
Garrett Richards (Angels) – 1st round 2009
Joe Saunders (Diamondbacks) – 1st round 2002
Mike Trout (Angels) – 1st round
Tyler Chatwood (Rockies) – 2nd round
Patrick Corbin (Diamondbacks) – 2nd round
Kevin Jepsen (Angels) – 2nd round
Sean Rodriguez (Rays) – 3rd round
David Herndon (Phillies) – 5th round
Will Smith (Royals) – 7th round
David Carpenter (Angels) – 9th round
Peter Bourjos (Angels) – 10th round
Howard Kendrick (Angels) – 10th round
Jordan Walden (Angels) – 12th round
Mike Napoli (Rangers) – 17th round
Fernando Rodriguez (Astros) – 18th round
Mark Trumbo (Angels) – 18th round
Bobby Cassevah (Angels) – 34th round
Bobby Wilson (Angels) – 48th round
Darren O’Day (Orioles) – Undrafted Free Agent
International Free Agents
Alexi Amarista (Padres)
Erick Aybar (Angels)
Alberto Callaspo (Angels)
Alexi Casilla (Twins)
Joel Peralta (Rays)
Ervin Santana (Angels)
Rich Thompson (Athletics)
This date in Kernels history – June 1, 2009 – Tyler Chatwood
On June 1, 2009, Tyler Chatwood worked 5 2/3 shutout innings as the Cedar Rapids Kernels defeated the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers 1-0. Chatwood struck out seven while walking six and allowing two hits to earn the victory.
Tyler Chatwood posted an 8-7 record with a 4.02 ERA in 24 starts for the 2009 Cedar Rapids Kernels. Chatwood struck out 106 batters in 116 1/3 innings of work and was selected to the mid-season Midwest League All-Star squad. Cedar Rapids finished the season with a 78-60 record under manager Bill Mosiello. The Kernels topped Peoria in the first round of the Midwest League Playoffs before falling to Burlington in the semifinals.
Tyler Chatwood made his MLB debut on April 11, 2011 versus the Cleveland Indians. Chatwood went 6-11 with a 4.75 ERA starting 25 games in his rookie season this year. He struck out 74 batters in 142 innings of work. On November 30, 2011, the Colorado Rockies traded Chris Iannetta to the Los Angeles Angels to acquire Chatwood. Chatwood has started the 2012 season with the Colorado Sky Sox (AAA).
This is my 8th season (2005-present) working as the stadium operations guy here with the Cedar Rapids Kernels. I will be reminiscing the best performances by the Kernels during my tenure to add to my This Date in Kernels Alumni History features this year.
22 Kernels Alumni Earn Opening Day MLB Roster Spots
22 former Cedar Rapids Kernels have earned Opening Day MLB roster spots in 2012. The Angels roster features 11 Kernels Alumni. 18 of the players play in the American League and 4 National League squads have a Cedar Rapids representative. The full list is as follows:
Los Angeles Angels (11) – Alexi Amarista (2008-09), Erick Aybar (2003), Peter Bourjos (2007), Alberto Callaspo (2003), Kevin Jepsen (2003-04), Howard Kendrick (2004), Ervin Santana (2002), Rich Thompson (2003), Mark Trumbo (2006-07), Jordan Walden (2009) and Bobby Wilson (2004)
Tampa Bay Rays (2) – Joel Peralta (2001-02) and Sean Rodriguez (2004-05)
Baltimore Orioles (1) – Darren O’Day (2006)
Cleveland Indians (1) – Casey Kotchman (2002)
Minnesota Twins (1) – Alexi Casilla (2004-05)
Texas Rangers (1) – Mike Napoli (2001-02)
Toronto Blue Jays (1) – Jeff Mathis (2002)
Arizona Diamondbacks (1) – Joe Saunders (2002)
Colorado Rockies (1) – Tyler Chatwood (2009)
Houston Astros (1) – Fernado Rodriguez (2005)
Philadelphia Phillies (1) – David Herndon (2007)
This date in Kernels alumni history – November 30, 2011 – Tyler Chatwood
On November 30, 2011, the Colorado Rockies traded Chris Iannetta to the Los Angeles Angels to acquire Tyler Chatwood (Cedar Rapids Kernels – 2009).
Tyler Chatwood went 6-11 with a 4.75 ERA starting 25 games in his rookie season this year. Chatwood struck out 74 batters in 142 innings of work.
Tyler Chatwood posted an 8-7 record with a 4.02 ERA in 24 starts for the 2009 Cedar Rapids Kernels who finished 78-60 under manager Bill Mosiello.
The Harvester – Harvesting News for Alumni Reports
The Harvester – Harvesting the News for Kernels Alumni Reports
Erick Aybar (2003) went 2-5 with a RBI, stole a base and scored a run in the Angels 6-4 extra inning loss to the White Sox. Alberto Callaspo (2003) was 2-4 with a RBI, Peter Bourjos (2007) went 1-4 with a triple and scored a run and Howard Kendrick (2004) was 1-4, stole a base and scored a run in the loss. Hank Conger (2007) went 0-4 and Mark Trumbo (2006-07) was 0-3.
Tyler Chatwood (2009) worked 6 1/3 innings while allowing one run to take a no-decision. Rich Thompson (2003) retired the only batter he faced for his first hold of the season. Jordan Walden (2008) took his second blown save allowing two runs in the ninth inning. Kevin Jepsen (2003-04) took the loss allowing a pair of runs in the tenth inning.
Casey Kotchman (2002) went 2-5 with a RBI in the Rays 8-2 win over the Indians.
John Lackey (2000) took the loss allowing nine runs in 6 2/3 innings of work in the Red Sox 9-3 loss to the Blue Jays.
Brandon Wood (2004) was 1-4 in the Pirates 2-0 loss to the Dodgers.
Mike Scioscia tries another off beat move, Howard Kendrick (2004) in left field – LATimes.com
Angels place Rodriguez on DL, Kevin Jepsen (2003-04) recalled from AAA – MLB.com
Peter Bourjos (2007) triples to left field – OCRegister.com
The Harvester – Harvesting News for Alumni Reports
The Harvester – Harvesting the News for Kernels Alumni Reports
Tyler Chatwood (2009) pitched eight strong innings in the Angels 2-1 win over the Indians in eleven innings. Chatwood struck out five while allowing one run in the no-decision. Jordan Walden (2008) worked a scoreless tenth inning in the win.Alberto Callaspo (2003) was 3-4, Erick Aybar (2003) went 3-5 with a stolen base and scored a run, Howard Kendrick (2004) was 2-4, Hank Conger (2007) was 0-4, Alexi Amarista (2008-09) went 0-2 and Peter Bourjos (2007) was 0-2 in the win.Alexi Casilla (2004-05) went 0-4 in the Twins 9-2 win over the Red Sox.
Mike Napoli (2001-02) was 0-2 with a walk and scored a run in the Rangers 4-1 loss to the Yankees.
Casey Kotchman (2002) went 2-2 in the Rays 6-2 win over the Orioles. Sean Rodriguez (2004-05) was 0-5 in the win. Joel Peralta (2001-02) earned his third hold of the season allowing one run in 1 1/3 innings of work.
Sean O’Sullivan (2007) took the loss despite a strong outing as the Royals 3-2 loss to the Athletics. O’Sullivan held the A’s to three runs over eight innings.
Brandon Wood (2004) went 2-3 with a double and a RBI in the Pirates 3-2 loss to the Astros.
The Harvester – Harvesting News for Alumni Reports
The Harvester – Harvesting the News for Kernels Alumni ReportsThis feature is a daily report sharing the links and news of Kernels Alumni. Previously, we updated these throughout the day on Facebook as
they happened. I will be posting each morning to try and keep the links as relevant and fresh as I can. If something comes across during the day, it likely will sneak into another post.The Kernels held on to edge Kane County 5-4 in 12 innings yesterday. The Kernels continue the series at Kane County and the six game road trip on Monday at 12:00 p.m. Without further delay, your Harvester Links for 5/2/11:
Hank Conger (2007) hit his third HR of the season in the Angels 6-5 comeback win over the Rays. Mark Trumbo (2006-07) went 2-4 with a double, Alberto Callaspo (2003) was 1-4 with a RBI, Howard Kendrick (2004) went 0-2 with a pair of walks, stole a base and scored a run, Erick Aybar (2003) was 0-4 with a walk and scored a run and Peter Bourjos (2007) went 0-3 with a walk and scored a run in the victory.
Tyler Chatwood (2009) struck out three while allowing five runs in four innings for a no-decision. Rich Thompson (2003) struck out three in a scoreless seventh inning to earn the win. Jordan Walden (2008) worked a scoreless ninth inning for his fifth save of the season.
Casey Kotchman (2002) went 1-4 with a RBI and scored a run in the Ray 6-5 loss to the Angels. Joel Peralta (2001-02) took the loss allowing one run in the eighth inning.
Bobby Jenks (2001) walked three and allowed one run in 1/3 of an inning of work in the Red Sox 3-2 win over the Mariners.
Alexi Casilla (2004-05) went 2-3 with a pair of triples, a RBI, a walk and scored a run in the Twins 10-3 loss to the Royals.
Mike Napoli (2001-02) was 0-4 in the Rangers 7-2 loss to the Athletics.
Brandon Wood (2004) went 1-2 in the Pirates 8-4 win over the Rockies.
Mark Trumbo (2006-07) will get his chances, says Scioscia – MLB.com
Tyler Chatwood (2009) has rough outing against Rays – LATimes.com
Peter Bourjos (2007) knows he can’t outrun learning curve – OCRegister.com
