Montreal loses it's last 6 games in a row as the 18 game road trip finally comes to a close. The schedule maker has not been kind to the Saints in the early going as they've played only 11 home games out of the 39 games total. After the next three are played at home, the Saints are on the road again for another 9 games. There is light at the end of the tunnel, as starting with the June 5th game, Montreal is playing at home for the remainder of June.
The Saints had made some roster moves at the beginning of last week. Dick Cotton had been promising young outfielder a few years ago, but he was find it increasingly difficult to get at bats. He was put on waivers and Felix Foxworth was recalled from Minneapolis. Foxworth hit well in Minneapolis (.369/441/.532, 3, 24) and he can play some center field.
Ernie Woodrow was installed as the starting shortstop, as Jim Newman's glove is just not up to the task. Woodrow has a promising future, but he had a rough first week as the starter, committing 8 errors. Tommy Chandler should be available to play again by the middle of June.
Minor League News and Notes
Jim Broome, Montreal's #3 ranked prospect (38th ranked over all), was promoted from Class AA Nashville to class AAA Minneapolis. He responded by going 12 for 24 with 8 extra base hits (5 home runs) and was named the Century League's Player of the Week.
Jim Broome