Cory Rasmus RP FA Thu 9/4/14 6:01 PM
Cory Rasmus
RP FA
Rasmus has been confirmed as the starter for Saturday's game against the Twins, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Rather than call upon an unproven starting pitcher to fill in for the injured Garrett Richards, the Angels plan to go with an group of long relievers to cover nine innings on days Rasmus starts for the rest of the season. The 26-year-old was spectacular his last time out in limiting the Athletics to one hit over three innings while striking out six, but the Angels' unwillingness to let Rasmus work deep into games will make it difficult for him to gather wins.
