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KingFish
02-23-2002, 05:33 PM
Speaking of Oakland starters, the Athletics announced last weekend that Erik Hiljus pitched the second half of last season with a fractured ankle. During this period, Hiljus "slumped" to a 2.4 K:BB, 7.7 K/9, and 1.3 HR/9. Considering his excellent minor league numbers over the past few years, as well as his excellent performance at AAA Sacramento in 2001 which included a 108:26 K:BB in 101.2 IP with 79 H and an unsurprising 18 HR, a healthy Hiljus appears primed for a breakout this year.
Fullabull
02-23-2002, 07:54 PM
How does one walk around on a fractured ankle, let alone successfully pitch in the big leagues?
I expect a breakout year from him too. Probably moving ahead of Corie Lydle as the #4. Outstanding rotation!
KingFish
02-23-2002, 08:08 PM
One tough hombre. With my years of playing semi pro soccer I can tell you that ankle pain is real pain. I can only imagine that the fracture must have been very slight and most likely has healed on it's own stronger than ever. Have to tip the cap to him for being a tough guy though.
Fullabull
02-23-2002, 08:22 PM
I mangled my ankle riding bulls in 84