Baseball News and Transactions-July 5
Angels recalled infielder Howie Kendrick from Triple-A Salt Lake. Angels optioned second baseman Sean Rodriguez to Triple-A Salt Lake. Diamondbacks activated RHP Yusmeiro Petit from the 15-day disabled list. Diamondbacks optioned infielder Ryan Roberts to Triple-A Reno. Twins placed Kevin Slowey on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right wrist. Twins recalled RHP Anthony Swarzak from Triple-A Rochester Giants optioned infielder Matt Downs to Triple-A Fresno Giants a