WILLIAMSPORT, Md. -- Jim Adenhart's voice cracked with emotion as he described his final day with his son during a funeral service Friday night for Los Angeles Angels pitcher Nick Adenhart.
The 22-year-old had just shut out the Oakland Athletics over six innings, and a proud Jim Adenhart recalled giving his son a big hug.
"He said to me, 'What did you think of that hook I threw to (Jason) Giambi?"' Jim Adenhart told the nearly 1,800 in attendance.
Later that night, Nick Adenhart left his father to celebrate with friends. Jim Adenhart would never see his son alive again.
Friends, family and fans arrived in baseball gear at the memorial service to celebrate the life of Adenhart, who died in an auto accident on April 9. Those wearing baseball clothing at the service did so at the request of the family.
"He truly made it to the major leagues," Jim Adenhart said. "He lived his life's dream. I don't think too many people can say that."
The funeral service was held at Williamsport High School, where Adenhart starred before becoming a major leaguer.
Outside the gym, a large circle containing Adenhart's name and his No. 34 with the Angels was displayed. Inside, a video depicted him at various stages of his life, celebrating his outgoing personality and prowess on the mound. Full story
Gordon out 10-12 weeks
ARLINGTON, Texas -- Third baseman Alex Gordon is expected to be out of Kansas City's lineup for at least two months after having surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right hip.
The surgery was performed Friday in Colorado and Royals manager Trey Hillman said the recovery time is 10 to 12 weeks.
"We want him to be safe, something we can take care of at the young age of 25," Hillman said. "Hopefully, he'll never have this recur again."
Gordon, the No. 2 overall pick in 2005, had only two hits in 21 at-bats the first seven games this season before opting to have the surgery. He hit .253 with 31 home runs and 119 RBI in 285 games the past two seasons.
Twins designate Humber, claim Morillo
MINNEAPOLIS -- The Minnesota Twins made a move in their struggling bullpen, claiming hard-throwing right-hander Juan Morillo off waivers and designating Philip Humber for assignment.
Twins relievers threw 597 pitches in their first 11 games, the fifth-most in the majors. And a lot of those have been hit: The bullpen's ERA is 6.88 in 34 innings.
The two most critical roles are stable with All-Star closer Joe Nathan and Jesse Crain setting him up, but the other spots have been vulnerable. The Twins were intrigued enough by Morillo's power arm that they were willing to risk his wildness and expose a former first-round draft pick -- one of four players fetched from the New York Mets in the Johan Santana trade -- to waivers. If Humber is not claimed, the Twins would like to send him to the minors and give him more time to pitch.
Humber had a 12.46 ERA over 4 1/3 innings, allowing 11 hits and walking four while striking out four.
Giants' Martinez rejoins teammates
SAN FRANCISCO -- San Francisco Giants rookie pitcher Joe Martinez rejoined his teammates for the first time since getting hit in the head by a Mike Cameron line drive last week.
Martinez, who was hospitalized for nearly a week and suffered a concussion and three small hairline fractures on the right side of his head as a result of the April 9 game, was dressed in street clothes as he walked through the clubhouse before the Giants' game against Arizona.
The 26-year-old right-hander had a black eye, but otherwise was unscathed and unfazed.
"I don't have too many lasting side effects," a smiling Martinez said as he sat flanked by team trainer Dave Groeschner and Dr. Anthony Saglimbeni, the Giants' team doctor. "I'm not dizzy. I don't have any nausea. My vision's good so I'm feeling good."
Dodgers place Mientkiewicz on DL
LOS ANGELES -- The Los Angeles Dodgers placed utilityman Doug Mientkiewicz on the 15-day disabled list with a separated right shoulder and recalled infielder Blake DeWitt from Triple-A Albuquerque.
Mientkiewicz will undergo surgery on Monday. The injury occurred during the sixth inning of Thursday night's 7-2 win over San Francisco, when he hit a pinch two-run double to right field and slid headfirst into second base with no one covering the bag.
Mientkiewicz stayed in the game after getting checked out by trainer Stan Conte, but took himself out two batters later -- walking with Conte to the dugout hunched over with his right arm dangling.
"I know he feels very badly, like he's letting people down, but that's his makeup," manager Joe Torre said. "He plays hard and he loves being in the middle of the action, whatever job you have for him.
Mets put Schneider on DL
NEW YORK -- Mets catcher Brian Schneider has been placed on the 15-day disabled list because of a muscle strain in his back.
New York made the move after batting practice and before the Mets played the Milwaukee Brewers.
The Mets purchased the contract of Omir Santos from Triple-A Buffalo to take Schneider's place and is available for the game.
Schneider sat out Thursday's game against San Diego with a sore back and said before practice Friday that he hoped he would not need to go on the disabled list.
He was 0-for-6 on the homestand, the Mets' first at Citi Field, and is batting .143 (3-for-21) with three RBI this season.
Pirates option Cruz
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates have optioned infielder Luis Cruz to Triple-A Indianapolis to make room for outfielder Delwyn Young, acquired two days ago in a trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The 25-year-old rookie Cruz appeared in one game this season and went 1-for-2.
Young started the season on the 15-day disabled list following offseason elbow surgery. The 26-year-old switch-hitter was designated for assignment by the Dodgers on Monday. Acquired by the Pirates in exchange for two players to be named or cash, Young hit .267 in 110 games over three major-league seasons.
Also, the Pirates acquired right-handed pitcher Michael Dubee from the Chicago White Sox for infielder Andy Phillips in an exchange of minor-league players.
Royals' minor leaguers suspended
NEW YORK -- Kansas City Royals minor leaguers Juan Rivera and Joseph Billick were suspended for 50 games after testing positive for performance-enhancing substances under baseball's minor league drug program.
Rivera, a shortstop with Class A Burlington, tested positive for metabolites of Nandrolone, the commissioner's office said. Billick, a catcher with Class A Wilmington, tested positive for metabolites of Stanozolol. Both suspensions were effective immediately.
Four of the 10 players suspended this year for violating baseball's minor league drug program are Royals prospects.
