But the Reds have recalled Quinton McCracken from Sarasota. McCracken had suffered an ankle injury in spring training and was finishing up rehab. Andy Abad was designated for assignment.
The Astros also put Brandon Backe on the DL with a sprained elbow ligament and called up Ezequiel Astacio from Round Rock.
Quinton McCracken's claim to non-fame: The Cardinals signed him as a free agent in December of 2000 but cut him just before the 2001 season began. In spring training, he wore No. 5, but when he was let go, the team gave his number to a promising up and comer who made the team: Albert Pujols.
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