OTTERS SIGN 4 TO CONTRACT EXTENSIONS
Source: Frontier League News
The Evansville Otters have signed catcher Mike Rizzitello, utility Taylor Lane, first baseman Carlos Castro, and pitcher Garrett Harris to contract extensions for the 2019 season. Rizzitello, a Ronkonkoma, N.Y. native, split time last season as the Otters backstop, being acquired by Evansville following a 2017 season with the San Rafael Pacifics of the Pacific Association. “We’re happy to extend the contract of Mike,” said Otters manager Andy McCauley. “He showed a lot of promise behind the plate and made big strides offensively last year.” “I’m very excited to be back in Evansville,” said Rizzitello. “I love Bosse Field, the fans, and getting to be back with my teammates.” Offensively, Rizzitello batted .223 with 10 doubles and 14 walks in 46 games played. Rizzitello was one of four players who saw time catching the Otters pitching staff last season and helping nab a league-best 44 would-be base stealers. “This season, I’m going to work to be more consistent at the plate, drive in more runs, and keep balls in front defensively to help our team go home with a championship ring,” said Rizzitello. “We’re looking forward to seeing Mike compete to win the everyday job behind the plate,” said McCauley.…
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