Weaver retires in 12th season
Padres right-hander Jered Weaver announced his retirement before San Diego played the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday.
Weaver, a three-time All-Star, battled health issues since signing with the Padres in the offseason. The 12-year veteran, who spent the bulk of his career with the Los Angeles Angels, had a lifetime mark of 150-98 with a 3.63 ERA. In seven postseason appearances, he was 2-1 with a 2.60 ERA.
“I’ve decided to step away from baseball,” Weaver, 34, said in a release. “While I’ve been working hard to get back on the mound, my body just will not allow me to compete like I want to.”
Weaver (0-5, 7.44 ERA) struggled in his last start on May 19 against Arizona. He recorded two outs in surrendering seven runs and five hits.
“He had an unbelievable career in the major leagues,” Padres manager Andy Green said. “For the brief time he was around here, he was a blast to have.”
Kinsler, ump make up: Umpire Angel Hernandez shook hands on the field with Ian Kinsler, a day after the Detroit Tigers second baseman said the ump should find another job.
Hernandez was working second base Wednesday night for the finale of Detroit’s series at Texas. When Kinsler took his position for the bottom of the first inning, there appeared to be a few words shared between the two before Hernandez walked up to Kinsler and shook his hand, and then briefly put his hand on the second baseman’s shoulder.
Kinsler’s harsh and extended criticism of the umpire before Tuesday’s game came a day after he was ejected from the series opener Monday for questioning balls and strikes while Hernandez worked behind the plate.
Hernandez said after Tuesday’s game that he didn’t care what Kinsler said and was only concerned about doing the best job he can.
Briefly: Washington selected the contract of former Giants outfielder Alejandro De Aza from Triple-A Syracuse and placed outfielder Brian Goodwin (left groin strain) on the 10-day disabled list . ... Toronto designated left-hander J.P. Howell and catcher Mike Ohlman for assignment. The moves clear roster space for right-hander Dominic Leone (bereavement) and catcher Miguel Montero, off the 10-day DL . ... Angels lefty Andrew Heaney (Tommy John surgery) will return to the mound on Friday in Baltimore, his first big-league appearance in about 16 months.