Ace Lackey receives familiar assignment Oct 5, 2009
The big Texan had painted his masterpiece 15 days before the Fall Classic finale in Game 4 of the AL Championship series, shutting out the Twins across seven innings on three singles and no walks, striking out seven and walking none. It was his first postseason start after working three scoreless innings against the Yankees in the ALDS.. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Lackey gets shot to surpass Tanana Sep 26, 2009
Now the big Texan has a chance to supplant Frank Tanana and nail down the fourth spot on the franchise list with No. 102. Lackey shares fourth with the great lefty heading into his assignment against southpaw Dana Eveland on Saturday night. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Lackey joins elite group with 100th win Aug 31, 2009
The big Texan enjoyed the view, along with the company. Notching his 100th career victory in an Angels uniform with a 9-1 decision at Angel Stadium in front of 38,018, Lackey joined Nolan Ryan, Frank Tanana, Chuck Finley and Mike Witt as the only pitchers in franchise history to have reached the century mark. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Inbox: Miller's spot with Tribe in 2009 Feb 20, 2009
But those taking the scenic route from Cleveland to Goodyear are encouraged to stop off at The Big Texan on Route 66 in Amarillo, Texas. You can get a 72-ounce steak for free if you finish it within an hour. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
