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Xavier Cedeno | Relief Pitcher

Team: Washington Nationals
Age / DOB:  (26) / 8/26/1986
Ht / Wt:  6'1' / 175
Bats / Throws: Left / Left
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Nationals claimed LHP Xavier Cedeno off waivers from the Astros; optioned him to Triple-A Syracuse.
Cedeno was designated for assignment by the Astros last week after he allowed 11 runs -- eight earned -- over his first 6 1/3 innings this season. He'll serve as bullpen depth in the minors. Apr 23 - 2:50 PM

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Xavier Cedeno - R - Nationals

Astros designated LHP Xavier Cedeno for assignment.

Cedeno has allowed 11 runs -- eight earned -- in just 6 1/3 innings this season, but he's a left-handed reliever so he will probably draw some interest on waivers.
Apr 18 - 12:46 PM
Xavier Cedeno - R - Nationals

Astros recalled LHP Xavier Cedeno from Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Cedeno has posted a 2.89 ERA and 1.39 WHIP in 12 appearances this season in the major leagues. The 25-year-old lefty will act as a middle reliever for Houston.
Wed, Jul 25, 2012 04:35:00 PM
Xavier Cedeno - R - Nationals

Astros optioned LHP Xavier Cedeno to Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Cedeno posted a solid 2.89 ERA and 1.39 WHIP over 12 appearances, but the Astros decided against keeping a third lefty in the pen. He's clearing a spot for Bud Norris, who will return from the DL to start Friday.
Fri, Jun 29, 2012 11:16:00 AM
Xavier Cedeno - R - Nationals

Astros purchased the contract of LHP Xavier Cedeno from Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Cedeno has been lights-out in Oklahoma City's bullpen this season, posting a 0.42 ERA with 20 strikeouts over 21 1/3 innings. He takes Fernando Abad's (intercostal strain) spot.
Sun, May 27, 2012 01:00:00 PM
Xavier Cedeno - R - Nationals

Astros signed LHP Xavier Cedeno to a minor league contract.

Cedeno earned a September callup at the end of this season but will be a longshot for the Opening Day bullpen in 2012. He had a 4.38 ERA this year in the minors.
Source: Alyson Footer on Twitter
Mon, Oct 24, 2011 02:15:00 PM
Xavier Cedeno - R - Nationals

Astros sent LHP Xavier Cedeno outright to Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Cedeno earned a callup to the majors in September, but he wasn't used often and posted an underwhelming 4.38 ERA in 35 appearances this year between Double- and Triple-A. The lefty will become a free agent in November.
Wed, Oct 5, 2011 05:15:00 PM
Xavier Cedeno - R - Nationals

Astros purchased the contract of LHP Xavier Cedeno from Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Sergio Escalona suffered a season-ending ankle injury Friday, so the 'Stros wanted to add another lefty to the bullpen. Cedeno posted a 4.38 ERA while striking a batter per inning in 35 games -- 22 starts -- between Double- and Triple-A this season.
Sat, Sep 10, 2011 02:51:00 PM

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PosRoleName
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2Wilson Ramos
3Jhonatan Solano
1B1Adam LaRoche
2Tyler Moore
3Chad Tracy
2B1Danny Espinosa
2Steve Lombardozzi
SS1Ian Desmond
3B1Ryan Zimmerman
LF1Bryce Harper
2Roger Bernadina
CF1Denard Span
RF1Jayson Werth
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PosRoleName
S1Stephen Strasburg
2Gio Gonzalez
3Jordan Zimmermann
4Dan Haren
5Ross Detwiler
Relief Pitcher
PosRoleName
R1Rafael Soriano
2Drew Storen
3Tyler Clippard
4Craig Stammen
5Ryan Mattheus
6Henry Rodriguez
7Christian Garcia
8Zach Duke
9Yunesky Maya
10Fernando Abad