Kernels Route Chiefs In 8-0 Win To Start Season
Cedar Rapids belted 12 hits led by Brandon Wood who homered and had three hits as the Kernels cruised past Peoria Chiefs 8-0. Micah Posey and Chris Hunter combined on a four hitter while Caleb Maher and Howie Kendrick fueled the offense. The win gave Cedar Rapids two of three from Peoria and sets up a four game set with Clinton after the Easter break.
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Giambi Sheffield Bonds Testimony on Seized Baseball Tests
New York AP report notes Jason Giambi Gary Sheffield and Barry Bonds testified before a grand jury probing steroid distribution after a raid on test results. Players deny using illegal steroids and express limited reaction. Sheffield says life is unfair and Giambi plans to speak later. Orza declined comment.
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Wood/Kernels shortstop shows tools for majors progression
19 year old Brandon Wood, a Kernels shortstop, has the tools and rapid development from Athletes' Performance Institute in Tempe to mirror a big league path. Manager Bobby Magallanes praises his makeup and workload while Wood's 20 homer senior year and .308 first pro season mark him for future consideration.
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Kernels Aces Abel Moreno in Rookie Provo Debut and Cedar Rapids
Abel Moreno, Kernels pitcher, posts a rough first Cedar Rapids week after his belongings were temporarily misplaced. He hit .278 in 42 games with Provo, moved to low Class A this season, and delivered two hits including a triple in his first game and three hits with a homer in his second. Manager Magallanes praises his age and approach while noting defensive rawness and shortstop versatility.
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