The 2024 MLB season is underway and Rice baseball alums are busy on the mound and at the plate. Here’s the latest from the MLB Owls.
Anthony Rendon – Los Angeles Angels
Rendon marks the only Rice baseball alum to notch an Opening Day start this season. This marked his fifth season with the Los Angeles Angels and his 12th season in the big leagues. He debuted in 2013 with the Washington Nationals. Through April 2, Rendon has yet to collect a hit, but has walked once, struck out five times and scored once.
Injured List
J.T. Chargois – Miami Marlins
Chargois was placed on the 15-Day Injured List retroactive to March 25 with neck spasms.
Glenn Otto – San Diego Padres
Otto was placed on the 15-Day Injured List on March 19 with a right teres major strain.
Knocking on the Door
The following Owls are starting the season in AAA:
- Matt Canterino – St Paul Saints (Twins)
- Tyler Duffey – Omaha Storm Chasers (Royals)
- Jon Duplantier – Syracuse Mets (Mets)
- Tristan Gray – Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Marlins)
- Evan Kravetz – Louisville Bats (Reds)
- Lucas Luetge – Worcester Red Sox (Red Sox)
- Dane Myers – Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Marlins)
