I Think We All Saw This Coming

A day after he only lasted three innings (during which he gave up six runs on three home runs), Brad Penny is headed to the DL. From the press release:

The Los Angeles Dodgers today placed right-handed pitcher Brad Penny on the 15-day disabled list with right shoulder inflammation. The club also placed right-hander Cory Wade on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Saturday, with right shoulder inflammation. To fill their spots on the 25-man roster, the Dodgers recalled left-hander Eric Stults from Triple-A Las Vegas and purchased the contract of right-hander Tanyon Sturtze from Las Vegas. General Manager Ned Colletti made the announcement.

So I guess Eric Stults will be taking Penny's spot in the rotation? And Tanyon Sturtze? I don't recall the last time I heard about that guy being in the majors. If you believe ESPN.com, he last pitched a major league game in October 2006. And what do you know? He was a Yankee then. That Joe Torre sure is one loyal S.O.B.

UPDATE: Didn't even notice Cory Wade's name there the first time I read this. Too bad. The guy has been solid for us this season.

UPDATE:  Mike Scioscia's Tragic Illness further expounds on why I'm none too pleased with the Sturtze call-up.