Carlos Ruiz Retires Side In Pitching Debut
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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Carlos Ruiz has been a major league catcher since he joined the Phillies in 2006.
On Tuesday night, the 38-year-old became a pitcher for the first time in his career.
The Mariners had to deal with a 20-run and 28-hit explosion from the Twins and with starter Christian Bergman going just 2.2 innings, Ruiz was called upon in the 8th inning with his team trailing 20-6.
Ruiz allowed two hits, two walks, and an earned run but did eventually retire the side after 30 pitches (14 strikes). His fastball reached 84 MPH.
CARLOS RUIZ IS PITCHING!!!! pic.twitter.com/MsRHbFXv8O
— John Stolnis (@JohnStolnis) June 14, 2017
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