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Kenny Rogers #37 | Pitcher | Detroit Tigers
Height: 6-1    Weight: 190    Throws: L    Bats: L
Born: Nov 10, 1964, Savannah, GA
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December 11, 2005
Kenny Rogers agreed to a two-year contract with the Tigers last Thursday. Rogers threw 195 innings last season despite serving a 20-game suspension for assaulting a TV cameraman.
December 7, 2005
As expected, the Rangers didn't offer salary arbitration to Kenny Rogers, according to the AP.
October 4, 2005
The Rangers will not offer Kenny Rogers a contract for 2006, according to the Dallas Morning News. Rangers owner Tom Hicks said the decision was made after a "unanimous" recommendation from his senior management staff based on Rogers' midseason assault of a TV camera and its operator.
September 16, 2005
Manager Buck Showalter said that Kenny Rogers was feeling sick on Thursday, possibly because of something he ate, according to the Dallas Morning News. Showalter wasn't sure if it would affect Rogers' start on Saturday.
August 12, 2005
Kenny Rogers was hit on his right forearm by a line drive during his return to action Wednesday, but he suffered only a bruise, according to the Star-Telegram. "He was much better today," trainer Jamie Reed said. "The X-rays were normal and he has a mid-forearm contusion."
August 10, 2005
Kenny Rogers allowed five runs and seven hits in five innings of work on Wednesday night in his first start after his suspension was shortened on Tuesday. Rogers walked one and struck out five in picking up his first loss since July 3.
August 9, 2005
Kenny Rogers was named as Wednesday's starter after he was reinstated from his suspension by an arbitrator on Tuesday, according to the AP.
August 9, 2005
Kenny Rogers was reinstated Tuesday when an arbitrator ruled that commissioner Bud Selig overstepped his authority by suspending Rogers for 20 games and fining him $50,000 for shoving two cameramen, according to the AP. Rogers has already sat out 12 games. He will return to the Rangers for Wednesday night's game at Boston, and his fine will be converted to a charitable contribution.
August 6, 2005
Rangers manager Buck Showalter told the AP on Saturday that Kenny Rogers will start the day after Rogers' suspension is over. Rogers has stayed sharp during the suspension with three bullpen sessions.
August 5, 2005
Kenny Rogers will have a hearing before an arbitrator on Monday in Chicago as he attempts to get his 20-game suspension reduced, according to the AP. If Rogers has the suspension cut down, he could start next Tuesday or Wednesday. Rogers was suspended for shoving two cameramen.
July 27, 2005
The appeal of the 20-game suspension of Kenny Rogers for shoving two cameramen was rejected by commissioner Bud Selig on Wednesday, according to the AP. The suspension will begin with tonight's game against Baltimore. "Kenny Rogers' behavior towards the two cameramen who were present at the ballpark and doing their job on June 29th, was wholly unacceptable," Selig said in a statement. "The media is entitled to perform its important role without fear of physical intimidation or contact from our players or other participants. While I listened carefully to Kenny Rogers' sincere explanation last week, I heard nothing that would warrant either eliminating or reducing the discipline imposed."
July 25, 2005
Manager Buck Showalter expects Kenny Rogers to make his scheduled start on Tuesday, according to the AP. Rogers is awaiting word on his appeal of a 20-game suspension.
July 24, 2005
The players association and Kenny Rogers are expected to file a grievance, alleging the collective bargaining agreement was violated by giving Rogers a 20-game suspension for his tussle with two cameramen, according to the Dallas Morning News. However, Rogers said yesterday he may not follow through with that if his suspension is reduced. A decision from MLB is not expected until at least Wednesday.
July 23, 2005
Kenny Rogers had his appeal of a 20-game suspension heard yesterday, according to the Star-Telegram. MLB spokesman Patrick Courtney said he doesn't anticipate a decision until early next week, so Rogers will continue to be available until then, including Tuesday's scheduled start.
July 20, 2005
Kenny Rogers won't have his appeal of a 20-game suspension heard until Friday afternoon, meaning he will make his scheduled start on Thursday, according to the Star-Telegram.
July 13, 2005
Rangers owner Tom Hicks said Major League Baseball has scheduled the appeal Kenny Rogers is making of a 20-game suspension for July 21, according to the Dallas Morning News. That means he may fit in a second start before then.
July 6, 2005
Kenny Rogers apologized Wednesday for last week's tirade against two TV cameramen that sent one to the hospital and prompted a police investigation, but said he has not decided if he will go to next week's All-Star game, according to the AP.
July 6, 2005
Kenny Rogers had his next scheduled start moved from Friday to Saturday, which will put him on target to pitch the first game after the All-Star break, according to the Dallas Morning News.
July 6, 2005
Manager Buck Showalter is still unsure whether Kenny Rogers will make his next start on Friday or Saturday, according to the AP. If Rogers goes Friday, Ricardo Rodriguez will pitch Saturday. If Rogers decides to wait an extra day, John Wasdin will pitch Friday.
July 3, 2005
Kenny Rogers returned to action for the Rangers on Sunday after missing one game with a broken bone in his non-pitching hand. Rogers is allowed to continue pitching until an appeal of his 20-game suspension is heard.
July 2, 2005
Kenny Rogers has appealed his 20-game suspension, so he will be allowed to pitch until a decision is rendered, according to the Star-Telegram. His case likely won't be heard until after the all-star game.
July 1, 2005
Kenny Rogers was suspended for 20 games and fined an undisclosed amount for his physical confrontations Wednesday with two cameramen at Ameriquest Field. "Mr. Rogers' behavior was unprofessional, unwarranted and completely unacceptable," said Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig. "Major League Baseball is a social institution and all of us in the game have an important responsibility to act with reason and good judgment."
June 30, 2005
Kenny Rogers got into a tussle with a cameraman before yesterday's game and was seen knocking the camera to the ground and kicking it. It's possible he could face disciplinary action, according to the Star-Telegram.
June 28, 2005
Kenny Rogers may just miss one start after breaking a bone in his non-pitching hand, according to the AP. He sustained the injury when he hit a water cooler in frustration after his last start on June 17. Barring any setbacks, Rogers will start this weekend against Seattle. "That's what we're hoping," manager Buck Showalter said. "Any of those three days, depending on how he progresses."
June 27, 2005
Kenny Rogers broke a bone at the base of his right pinkie in his non-pitching hand when he hit a water cooler in frustration in his last start on June 17th, according to the AP. He will miss at least one start, and he could miss another turn as well since it would take 10-12 days for the broken bone to heal completely. A stint on the DL is possible.
June 22, 2005
The agent for Kenny Rogers said yesterday he has entered into discussions with the Rangers regarding a contract extension for his client, according to the Star-Telegram. Agent Scott Boras said Rogers is seeking a multi-year deal.
May 14, 2005
Kenny Rogers extended his scoreless streak to 30 innings after tossing a six-hit shutout against the Twins on Saturday. He has won his last four starts and has not allowed a run since the sixth inning of a 3-2 loss to Tampa Bay on April 21st.
April 9, 2005
Kenny Rogers reported improvement in his blistered finger yesterday and is expected to make his scheduled start on Monday, according to the Star-Telegram.
April 8, 2005
So far, it appears that Kenny Rogers will be able to make his scheduled start Monday, despite nursing a blister on his index finger, according to the Star-Telegram. "I wouldn't say confident, but so far so good," manager Buck Showalter said. "I haven't heard anything that would make us feel he wouldn't."
April 7, 2005
Kenny Rogers hopes to be ready for his next scheduled start on Monday despite pitching to five extra batters with a blister on his finger Wednesday night.
March 23, 2005
Kenny Rogers missed his scheduled start yesterday due to the flu but should be good to make his next start on Sunday, according to the Dallas Morning News.
February 23, 2005
Rangers owner Tom Hicks said the club is willing to talk with Kenny Rogers about an extension but not until later in the season, according to the Dallas Morning News. He's in the final year of his contract.
February 11, 2005
Kenny Rogers refuted reports that he delivered an ultimatum last week to give him a two-year extension or risk having him retire on the eve of spring training, according to the Dallas Morning News. Rogers said on Thursday that he plans on being in camp next week when pitchers and catchers report.
February 10, 2005
The Star-Telegram reports that the Rangers are not sure if Kenny Rogers will report to spring training next week with the rest of the pitchers. He has told the Rangers that he might retire if he doesn't get a two-year contract extension. The club privately confirmed that they are adamantly opposed to an extension.