J.A. Happ
Adam Eaton was finally demoted by the Philadelphia Phillies after a disastrous outing against the Atlanta Braves on Sunday in which he forfeited two long balls and nearly allowed a third to the pitcher. Eaton, 31, signed a 3 year deal in November of 2006 worth 24.5 million dollars. He posted a 5.80 ERA in 21 appearances in the 2008 season, the final two being relief appearances.
J.A. Happ was recalled today and is expected to take a spot in the bullpen, where he has made just three relief appearances throughout his entire professional career. Happ’s possible return to the rotation will depend on how Brett Myers, who pitches tonight against the Nationals, fares. Happ’s recall was expected after he was removed after just 2.2 scoreless innings of his last minor league appearance.
Happ has to start. Not sure what their plans are for him so far, but currently the Phils have five men in their rotation. They might wait to see what Myers does today. Regardless, Happ should start.