I was hoping that I’d be able to link to a story about how Adam Bernero has been demoted from the starting rotation after another ineffective outing. Alas, no such article exists…yet. Bernero’s ERA has climbed all the way to 6.05. He failed to go 4 innings for the second time in his last 4 starts, and hasn’t had a quality start since June 11.

What’s frustrating is that the Tigers have other options to take his spot. Wil Ledezma definitely comes to mind (although he didn’t help his cause giving up a couple runs last night). Also, Shane Loux has pitched well for Toledo (8-4, 2.79 ERA). I don’t know that Ledezma or Loux will be great starters, but given Bernero’s recent performance the time has come to give either one a chance.

Miscellaney Gene Kingsale cleared waivers and accepted an assignment to Toledo… Anthony Giarratano and Jay Sborz both signed, leaving Kyle Sleeth as the only one of the top 5 picks not signed.