Dan Osterbrock was going to join the Minnesota Twins Double A farm team in New Britain Connecticut. It would be the natural progression through the organization for the lefthander, who pitched a seven inning no-hitter last season.
Osterbrock's left shoulder wouldn't cooperate. He went to Ft. Myers early to get his shoulder ready for the season. The Twins decided to keep him in the warmer weather a while longer and Osterbrock will pitch for the Florida State League Ft. Myers Miracle for the time being.
Still feeling an ache in his shoulder, Osterbrock, is determined to pitch through it. His first start against Port St. Lucie didn't go very well. He lasted just 2 1/3 innings, allowing two runs on four hits. Five days later he had a better start against Port St. Lucie. Osterbrock pitched five innings, allowing two earned runs on five hits.
The 24-year old picked up his first win Saturday against Port Charlotte. He pitched six innings and gave up a solo home run among five hits.
In 13 1/3 innings Osterbrock has struck out five and has not issued a walk.
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- Gary Schatz
- I am a freelance writer. I've covered the Cincinnati Reds, Bengals and others since 1992. I have a background in sales as well. I've sold consumer electronics, advertising and consumer package goods for companies ranging from the now defunct Circuit City to Procter&Gamble. I have worked as a stats operator for Xavier University, the University of Cincinnati, the College of Mount St. Joe and Colerain High School.
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